Junior Litigation Associate — Mentorship & Growth Path

Jobot; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Pay

Mentorship and Autonomy

Path to Partnership

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Virginia office in Glen Allen. This permanent, on-site role offers $100,000 to $130,000 per year and opportunities to handle complex business and commercial disputes while gaining trial experience.

We value collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth; the firm is recognized for awards and a path to partnership. 2+ years of litigation or transactional experience, JD and bar admission required, and strong research and writing skills are

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• 2+ years of relevant attorney experience in litigation, transactional law, business litigation, commercial litigation, depositions, or an equivalent combination of experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and preparing for depositions; experience conducting or defending depositions is highly valued.
• Ability to review business agreements and identify legal and commercial risks.
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a commitment to responsive client service.
• Enthusiasm for growing your practice, strengthening courtroom skills, and taking on increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support business and commercial litigation matters from initial assessment through discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other case documents.
• Prepare for, conduct, and defend depositions, including developing witness outlines and analyzing testimony.
• Coordinate discovery, review documents, prepare written discovery requests and responses, and track case deadlines.
• Assist with transactional matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other business agreements.
• Evaluate legal risks and develop practical strategies aligned with clients’ business objectives.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and other parties professionally and effectively.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Maintain organized files and uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and court requirements.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Virginia office in Glen Allen. This permanent, on-site role offers $100,000 to $130,000 per year and opportunities to handle complex business and commercial disputes while gaining trial experience.

We value collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth; the firm is recognized for awards and a path to partnership. 2+ years of litigation or transactional experience, JD and bar admission required, and strong research and writing skills are