Associate Attorney

Henderson Scott US; Roanoke (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated legal professional for a fully remote role focused on consumer protection law. This exciting position offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, engage in litigation, and advocate for clients in court. With no billable hours and a structured 40-hour workweek, you will enjoy a balanced work-life while tackling meaningful legal challenges. If you are passionate about law and looking to make a difference in clients' lives, this role is perfect for you. Join a team where your skills will be valued and your contributions impactful.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice law in Virginia with relevant experience.
• Strong skills in litigation management and contract negotiation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases and resolve legal disputes for clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda while communicating with clients.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Negotiation

Client Communication

Litigation Management

Education

Admitted to practice law in Virginia

1+ years of experience at a law firm

Job description

This is a fully remote role outside of court appearances. You must live in Virginia and MUST BE admitted to practice law in Virginia. Ideally, you live near Alexandria, Fairfax County or Roanoke for court appearances.

**There are no billable hours and this is a strictly 40 hour per week role**

This position imparts broad responsibilities and exposes you to a range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters.

You will manage litigation cases and resolve legal disputes on behalf of clients by developing agreements, negotiating contracts, setting claims and advocating for clients in court.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the firm's clients in VA
• Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters
• Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
• Communicating with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims
• Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law

Qualifications:

• Must be currently admitted to practice law in VA (multi-state admission would be amazing)
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice and Legal Services