Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for its Washington, D.C. office. The attorney will be responsible for handling complex business litigation matters, with the opportunity to work in various areas such as securities, government contracts, financial services, intellectual property, employment, healthcare, real estate, privacy, cybersecurity, and government investigations. The candidate should have strong writing skills, an outstanding academic background, and clerkship experience is a plus.

Duties:

• Handle complex business litigation matters
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Assist in trial preparation and courtroom appearances
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on case strategy
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
• Manage case files and deadlines effectively
• Stay updated on relevant legal developments and case law

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to the bar in Washington, D.C.
• 2-4 years of litigation experience
• Strong complex business litigation skills
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is a plus: securities, government contracts, financial services, intellectual property, employment, healthcare, real estate, privacy, cybersecurity, and government investigations
• Outstanding writing skills
• Excellent academic background
• Clerkship experience preferred

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and organizational abilities
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new areas of law
• Professionalism and integrity in all dealings

This law firm was founded over six decades ago in order to represent businesses in their legal needs. Their areas of practice include bankruptcy, creditors' rights, food and drug, healthcare, litigation, private equity, private wealth, franchising, healthcare, private wealth, tax, real estate, and more. Their offices are located in Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC.