Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Unlimited PTO

Work from home

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Richmond seeks associate attorneys with 2–4 years of civil litigation experience. You must be licensed in Virginia.

The firm handles a wide spectrum of matters and emphasizes strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Attorneys work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, including rapid response investigations, discovery, depositions, and trial presentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of civil litigation from rapid response investigations to trial presentation.
• Assist on discovery and depositions under lead attorneys.
• Prepare case evaluations and reporting to clients and internal teams.

Skills

Civil litigation

Job description

The Richmond office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 2-4 years of relevant experience in civil litigation. You must be licensed in Virginia - no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program