What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney - Fairfax, VA position at McCandlish Holton?
McCandlish Holton is seeking an Attorney to join our Civil Litigation practice in the Fairfax, VA area. We are considering candidates with all levels of experience, including laterals with portable business.
We aggressively defend a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts. New hires will receive early courtroom experience and significant client contact.
Our Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast-paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. The candidate 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 and be able to read and understand what they are reading at an advanced level.
Admission to Virginia state bar is required.
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.
· 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Insurance Defense: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- VA Bar License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairfax, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
