Associate Attorney

Veterans Prime, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance-based bonuses

Access to modern legal technology

Job summary

Anderson Legal Group, PC in Virginia Beach, Newport News, Williamsburg, and Gloucester seeks a Litigation Associate to handle court litigation, draft pleadings, and advise clients. You will work with senior attorneys across diverse cases in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the Virginia State Bar with 1–3 years of litigation experience, strong research, writing, and communication skills, and a desire to grow in this practice area.

Qualifications

• Admission to Virginia State Bar.
• Recent law school graduate or attorney with a minimum 1–3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated interest in litigation and a strong desire to develop skills in this practice area.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, allowing effective work with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases in court on behalf of clients.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements with opposing parties.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Attend client meetings and provide legal advice and guidance.
• Represent clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
• Prepare for and participate in trials and hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal staff on complex cases.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Tools

Clio

Westlaw

CoCounsel

Job description

Overview

Anderson Legal Group, PC

Our law firm, with offices in Virginia Beach, Newport News, Williamsburg, and Gloucester, isexcited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a talented Litigation Associate to join our team.Duties:

Litigate cases in court on behalf of clients

Negotiate settlements and agreements with opposing parties

Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies

Draft legal documents, including pleadings and motions

Attend client meetings and provide legal advice and guidance

Represent clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings

Prepare for and participate in trials and hearings

Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal staff on complex cases

Why Choose Us

Practice with Multiple Locations: Join a law firm with a strong presence across keylocations, providing you with a diverse range of cases and opportunities to hone yourlitigation skills.

Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses: We recognize and reward your hardwork. You'll receive competitive compensation based on your experience, and bonusestied to your performance and achievements.

Passionate About Litigation: Embrace your passion for courtroom advocacy andlitigation strategy as you work on a variety of cases across different practice areas.

Legal Technology Resources: We use Clio for client and matter management andWestlaw and CoCounsel for legal research and AI-assisted analysis, supporting efficientpractice and high-quality client service.

Your Qualifications

Admission to Virginia State Bar

Recent law school graduate or attorney with a minimum 1-3 years of experience.

Demonstrated interest in litigation and a strong desire to develop your skills in thispractice area.

Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to work effectively withclients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.

What We Offer:

An opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow your career as a LitigationAssociate in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Exposure to a diverse caseload, allowing you to develop a well-rounded skillset inlitigation.

A chance to work with clients from various backgrounds, industries, and legal needs.

Access to cutting-edge resources and technology to enhance your practice.