Experienced Litigation Associate - Family Law

BCG Attorney Search; Potomac (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Bonus opportunities

Client interaction

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Potomac, Maryland seeks an experienced Litigation Associate to join a family law team. You will manage an active caseload, meeting clients to develop case strategy and drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.

You will conduct depositions, participate in mediations and trials, and collaborate with partners and staff. The role emphasizes strong legal writing, advocacy, and client communication, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in family law.
• Strong legal writing and advocacy skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload with attorney support and mentorship.
• Meet directly with clients and develop case strategy.
• Draft motions, pleadings, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and organize financial, business, and evidentiary records.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation.
• Conduct depositions and witness preparation.
• Attend hearings, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff.

Skills

Legal writing

Advocacy

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Associate to join its team in Potomac, Maryland, serving clients in Maryland and Washington, D.C. The firm specializes in family law matters, including divorce, custody, and property division. The ideal candidate will have significant litigation experience and be ready to manage an active caseload with client responsibility.

Duties

• Manage an active caseload with attorney support and mentorship.
• Meet directly with clients and develop case strategy.
• Draft motions, pleadings, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and organize financial, business, and evidentiary records.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation.
• Conduct depositions and witness preparation.
• Attend hearings, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff.

Requirements

• 2+ years of litigation experience (family law experience preferred).
• Strong legal writing and advocacy skills.
• Comfortable communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Sound judgment and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and case-management skills.
• Motivated to develop into an outstanding family law attorney.
• Judicial clerkship experience is valuable.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Health and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Significant client interaction.
• Substantial courtroom and litigation experience.
• Direct mentorship from experienced family law attorneys.
• Supportive and collegial team culture.
• Opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.