Business Litigation Associate Attorney – Washington DC

Software Placement Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a mid-senior level Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join a prominent large law firm’s Business Litigation Practice in Washington, DC. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-exposure trial matters within a collaborative and dynamic litigation team.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, active DC/MD/VA bar admissions, 4+ years of substantive commercial litigation experience, and excellent written and oral

Qualifications

• 4+ years of substantive commercial, business litigation experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with high-stakes business litigation matters across industries.
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Draft and argue motions and briefs in state and federal courts.
• Participate in trial preparation, hearings, and courtroom proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and litigation teams to develop case strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and internal teams.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Written & oral communication

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from top-tier law school

Bar admission in DC/MD/VA

Job description

Overview

A prominent large law firm is seeking a mid-senior level Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Business Litigation Practice in Washington, DC. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-exposure trial matters within a collaborative and dynamic litigation team.

What you'll do

• Manage and assist with high-stakes business litigation matters across industries
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions
• Draft and argue motions and briefs in state and federal courts
• Participate in trial preparation, hearings, and courtroom proceedings
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and litigation teams to develop case strategies
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and internal teams

What you'll need

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, in good standing
• Law Review or Clerkship experience is a plus
• 4+ years of substantive commercial, business litigation experience
• Experience with federal court litigation is also a plus
• Demonstrated stand-up experience, including taking and defending depositions and courtroom advocacy
• Proven legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Highly motivated and driven, with a strong commitment to exceptional client service and effective teamwork

Compensation and benefits

• Expected annual salary range of $195,000-$200,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Why this role

This position offers a central role in significant litigation matters with meaningful courtroom exposure and trial involvement, within a supportive and collaborative culture that emphasizes professional growth, mentorship, partner access, and long-term career development in a nationally respected business litigation practice.