Business Litigation Associate Attorney - Washington DC

Keystone Distinction Group; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) in Washington, DC, offering a hybrid work model. The role focuses on complex, high-exposure trial matters within a prominent AmLaw 200 firm’s Business Litigation Practice.

Requires a JD from a top-tier law school and 4+ years of substantive commercial litigation experience. Active bar admission in DC, Maryland, and Virginia is required, with trial advocacy and deposition experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Top-tier law school JD with excellent academic record.
• Active DC/MD/VA bar in good standing.
• 4+ years of substantive commercial, business litigation experience.
• Experience with federal court litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with high-stakes business litigation 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

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Analytical reasoning

Client service

Teamwork

Independent work

Depositions

Trial preparation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Bar admission: DC, MD, VA

Law Review or Clerkship experience

Job description

BUSINESS LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Mid-Level)

Location: Washington DC

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a talented mid-senior level Associate Attorney to join their Business Litigation Practice in Washington DC. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level litigator to work on complex, high-exposure trial matters with a collaborative and dynamic litigation team.

Candidate Profile

• 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

Key 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

Why Join Us?

This position offers the chance to play a central role in significant litigation matters with meaningful courtroom exposure and trial involvement. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative culture, emphasizing professional growth, mentorship, and opportunities to lead on complex cases. Attorneys in this group benefit from hands-on experience, partner access, and a platform that supports long-term development and career advancement within a nationally respected business litigation practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: 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

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.