Junior Associate (Commercial Litigation)

McNees Wallace & Nurick; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Frederick, Maryland, is seeking a Junior Associate to join its Commercial Litigation group. This position requires a Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Maryland Bar. Responsibilities include case management, legal research, and client communication. The firm offers a competitive salary between $120,000 and $127,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and a 401(k) plan. This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about providing legal services.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal setting preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated and driven individual.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish.
• Conduct thorough legal research and provide well-informed advice.
• Prepare and finalize various legal documents with precision.
• Maintain regular communication with clients about case progress.
• Represent clients effectively in negotiations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to deliver legal solutions.
• Uphold professional conduct and adhere to bar requirements.
• Assist in managing payment schedules for assigned cases.
• Stay current with legal developments and complete CLE.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Admission to the Maryland Bar

Job description

Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full‑service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.

At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well‑being with a family‑focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.

Position: Junior Associate – Commercial Litigation

McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking a Junior Associate to join our Commercial Litigation group. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration – where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional legal services and building lasting relationships, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish – review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well‑informed advice.
• Document Drafting: Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Client Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
• Collaboration: Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Compliance & Ethics: Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
• Financial Responsibility: Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• 1-3 years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal setting preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, driven, and detail‑oriented individual.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and bonus opportunities (based on firm and individual performance). Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; AD&D insurance; paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Maryland Pay Range: $120,000 USD – $127,000 USD

About McNees

Headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.

Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across industries, including real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology. We also have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters at all levels of government.

Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law, complemented by affiliated businesses such as Apollo Communications, Keystone Municipal Solutions, and Pine Street Land Company.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.