Overview
Litigation Attorney Jobs in Leesburg, Virginia, USA at Build My Great Team
The Legacy Elder Law Centerfocuses on elder law, estate planning, special needs law, and resolving disputes involving estate/trust matters, fiduciary duties, and guardian ships/conservator ships. We are a steadily growing, nationally recognized, yet small and collegial Northern Virginia law firm located in downtown Leesburg.
Our approach is highly personal and customized.
We work to live, not live to work, with a billable hour requirement of 1200 hours per year and
no weekend work
.
About the Role:
This opportunity is for amid-level associate attorneywith two to four years of experience looking to advance their career in a partner-track position. You will be mentored by experienced attorneys and develop skills to attract and engage quality clients in an environment that encourages independence and a great
work-life balance
.
Position Type:
Full-Time, Partner-Track Responsibilities:
Actas the primary attorneycontact for clients in litigation matters
Meetpotential clients to assess conflicts of interest, case quality, and suitability for the firm‘s practice
Providelitigation support, motions, and trial practice in state courts and US District Courts
Delegateeffectively and manage time wisely
Collaborate daily with attorneys and co-workers to meet deadlines
Respondto client, attorney, and team member inquiries within acceptable time frames
Assessprospective clients‘ needs and determine next steps
Overseestaff paralegals and support personnel to provide client services
Representthe firm positively through a professional demeanor
Handlefactual/legal research, cite checking, drafting, and assembling exhibits, complaints, briefs, pleadings, and motions
Makecourt appearances and try cases Requirements
Admission to Virginia required. Additional Maryland State Bar a plus;
District Bar admission a plus
Minimum of two years of litigation experience in state/federal courts
Extraordinarycompassion, outstanding organizational and
communication skills
Positive attitude
and ability to communicate clearly and compassionately
Friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
Commitment to quality ,
critical thinking
, focus, and consistent follow-through
Ability to prioritize, organize, and meet deadlines
Self-starter adept at taking directions and exceeding expectations
Confidence and tenacity, with the ability to‘speak truth to power‘
Ability to anticipate and respond to a changing schedule
Diplomacy and discretion
Commitment to effective
teamwork
and a sense of humor, gratitude, and patienceBenefits
Competitive starting salary $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
Generous bonus structure
Excellent health insurance
401(k) participation
Payment of all bar dues and CLE
education
Generous time off
Family-friendly, professional environment
Support for
community engagement
and
professional development
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit their resume along with a cover letter, references, and salary requirements.
All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.
We appreciate your interest in this career opportunity and will be contacting those that we feel best match our firm‘s needs. If you do not hear from us, please know we wish you all the best in your career endeavors.
Please no direct or agency inquires.
Title: Litigation Attorney
Company: Build My Great Team
Location: Leesburg, Virginia, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Litigation)
