Attorney - Litigation Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Richmond, Virginia, seeks attorneys for litigation defense roles. The firm focuses on civil litigation and insurance defense and offers the opportunity to handle diverse cases across multiple jurisdictions.

Attorneys will work with experienced colleagues and clients, manage cases from inception to resolution, draft pleadings and memoranda, take depositions, and appear at hearings and mediations in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Interest in civil litigation and insurance defense.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Civil litigation

Insurance defense

Collaborative work

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks attorneys for litigation defense roles in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is looking for individuals with a passion for civil litigation and insurance defense to join their team. Candidates will work on diverse cases across multiple jurisdictions, collaborating with experienced attorneys and clients.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Interest in civil litigation and insurance defense.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage assigned tasks.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active bar admission in at least one relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.