Associate Litigation Attorney - Construction and Civil Litigation

Virgo & Aries; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Virgo & Aries in Virginia is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney (Construction & Civil Litigation) to join a team handling homeowners disputes with contractors, builders, and developers. The role centers on developing trial skills and owning cases from inception to resolution. Requires a J.D.

from an accredited law school and an active Virginia license (Maryland/DC a plus). 3–5 years of civil litigation/trial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Virginia (Maryland and/or D.C. admission is a plus).
• 3–5 years of civil litigation and trial experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently.
• Experience with depositions, hearings, and motion practice.
• Excellent client communication and organizational skills.
• Background in construction, commercial, or real estate litigation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client consultations and develop litigation strategies
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions in court
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
• Collaborate with construction experts and consultants
• Prepare cases for trial, arbitration, and evidentiary hearings
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout their matters

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Client communication

Independent case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Litigation Attorney (Construction & Civil Litigation)

Experience Level: Mid‑Senior

Required Experience: 3–5 years

Education: J.D.

Positions Available: 2

Relocation Assistance: No

This position is only open to United States Residents

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Role Overview

This position supports a specialized legal practice focused on representing homeowners involved in disputes with residential contractors, builders, and developers. The work centers on defective construction claims, contract disputes, project delays, mechanic’s liens, payment issues, warranty matters, and other construction‑related litigation.

The ideal candidate is a motivated attorney who enjoys advocacy, takes ownership of cases, and is eager to develop strong trial skills. Prior construction law experience is helpful but not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client consultations and develop litigation strategies
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions in court
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
• Collaborate with construction experts and consultants
• Prepare cases for trial, arbitration, and evidentiary hearings
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout their matters

Attorneys in this role receive meaningful responsibility from day one and work closely with a team lead who provides guidance and mentorship.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Virginia (Maryland and/or D.C. admission is a plus)
• 3–5 years of civil litigation and trial experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage cases independently
• Experience with depositions, hearings, and motion practice
• Excellent client communication and organizational skills
• Background in construction, commercial, or real estate litigation is preferred but not required

What This Role Offers

Attorneys in this practice gain substantial hands‑on litigation experience, including:

• Serving as primary client contact
• Developing litigation strategy and managing their own caseload
• Taking and defending depositions
• Arguing motions
• Participating in mediations and negotiations
• Preparing cases for trial and arbitration
• First‑chair and second‑chair trial opportunities

This environment emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth within a specialized litigation practice.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development support
• Retirement plan