Commercial Litigation Associate

Holland & Knight LLP; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland & Knight LLP's Richmond office is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of experience to handle a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters. You will perform legal research, draft motions and pleadings, and assist with discovery while supporting all phases of litigation.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record, excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and top-tier writing skills.
• Experience handling a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Federal court experience highly desirable; federal clerkship preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research for complex commercial litigation.
• Draft motions and pleadings for ongoing matters.
• Manage discovery and document production.
• Support all phases of litigation from filing to trial.

Skills

Legal research

Motions & pleadings

Discovery management

Federal court experience

Clerkship preferred

Job description

Overview

• The role involves handling a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters, including legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting all phases of litigation.
• Experience in federal court is highly desirable, and a federal judicial clerkship is strongly preferred but not required.
• Holland & Knight's litigation team offers associates opportunities to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated matters.

Posting details

The Richmond office of Holland & Knight has an immediate need for a Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have experience handling a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters, including legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting all phases of litigation. Candidates must possess a strong academic background, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. Experience in federal court is highly desirable. A federal judicial clerkship is strongly preferred but not required. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to outstanding client service. Holland & Knight's litigation team offers a collaborative and collegial environment, providing associates with meaningful opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and advancement while working alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated matters. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.