Civil Litigation Associate or Partner

Pierce Legal Group; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Legal Group in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a Civil Litigation Associate or Partner for a full-time hybrid role based in Virginia Beach. You will handle a broad range of civil litigation matters including pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial prep, with ongoing collaboration across teams and direct client contact.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil litigation experience, strong writing, and is admitted to the Virginia Bar (or eligible).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions (dispositive and procedural).
• Proficiency in legal research for case law, statutes, regulations.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Experience appearing before state and/or federal courts.
• JD from an accredited law school and active Virginia bar admission or eligibility.
• Strong writing and client communications with ethical integrity.
• Willingness to work in hybrid environment in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Assess cases and manage pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial prep.
• Conduct legal research and draft/argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions; communicate with courts, opposing counsel, and clients.
• Develop case strategy, assess risk, and advise business clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex disputes.

Skills

Litigation experience

Motions & briefs

Legal research

Deposition skills

Court appearances

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

Company Description

Pierce Legal, is a business-focused law firm committed to big ideas, meticulous attention to detail, and genuine client care. The firm offers a thoughtful, modern approach to legal services, emphasizing responsible and efficient execution. Its practice spans business matters, transactional opportunities, employment matters, tax matters, and nonprofit representation. Team members collaborate closely with clients to deliver practical solutions and long-term value. The environment supports professional growth for legal professionals who are detail-oriented, client-focused, and business-minded.

Role Description

The Civil Litigation Associate or Partner will handle a broad range of civil litigation matters, including case assessment, pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and managing communications with courts, opposing counsel, and clients. The role also involves developing case strategy, evaluating risk, advising business clients, and working closely with colleagues on complex disputes. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Virginia Beach, VA, with a mix of in-office work and some work-from-home flexibility. The position is suited for a litigation professional who is committed to high-quality advocacy, efficient case management, and collaborative client service.

Qualifications

• Strong background with 3+ years of practice, including litigation procedures and rules of evidence.


• Experience drafting and arguing Motions, including dispositive and procedural motions.


• Proficiency in legal Research for case law, statutes, regulations, and procedural rules.


• Skill in conducting and defending depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.


• Experience appearing before courts at state and/or federal levels, including hearings and conferences.


• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in Virginia, or eligibility for prompt admission.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.


• Prior civil litigation experience in a law firm or similar setting; business or commercial litigation background is highly beneficial.


• Strong writing skills for briefs, memoranda, and client communications, along with sound professional judgment and ethical integrity.


• Willingness to work in a hybrid environment in Norfolk, VA, collaborating in person and remotely as needed.