What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Litigation Attorney position at McCandlish Holton?
Job description
McCandlish Holton seeks a Civil Litigation Associate to defend a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts.
Our Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast-paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. Our Attorneys must possess strong verbal and written communication, research, organizational and analytical skills. They should be detail-oriented and results-driven team players.
Successful candidates will have demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills, superior research and writing skills and reading comprehension at an advanced level. 1-3 years of litigation and/or clerkship experience is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are a must.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing.
- Consult with clients and represent clients in trial.
- Drafting briefs and other legal documents.
- Drafting discovery responses and complaints.
- Interviewing key witnesses.
- Conducting depositions.
- Gathering evidence to be used at trial.
- Develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings.
- Manage/access case file indexing system for all ongoing and completed cases.
- Monitor changes to government guidelines or regulations and submit reports on pertinent changes.
- Utilize existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases.
- Prolonged sitting, reading, typing, writing and talking
We offer bonus opportunities and a very generous benefits package including 401k employer match, paid holidays and vacation.
McCandlish Holton, PC is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ , and members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- VA Bar License (Required)
