Lead Commercial Litigation Counsel

Jobot; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Counsel or Junior Partner in Commercial Litigation in the United States (Maryland area) to lead sophisticated disputes and drive team execution. The role includes overseeing associate-run cases, stepping into ongoing matters, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients.

Salary ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 per year. A practical, business-minded approach is valued, with ownership potential and opportunities to expand within the platform.

Qualifications

• Significant commercial litigation experience with end-to-end case handling.
• Partial portable book of business (target around $200K).
• Experience supervising associates and managing complex case strategy.
• Strong writing and argument skills (motions, discovery, briefs).
• Courtroom or arbitration experience preferred.
• Licensed in VA and/or MD; DC a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead matters and drive team execution on commercial disputes.
• Oversee associate-run cases and step into ongoing matters as needed.
• Advise clients and act as trusted advisor on strategy and outcomes.
• Manage complex case strategy and supervise junior lawyers.

Skills

Litigation leadership

Business development

Legal writing

Case strategy

Arbitration experience

Virginia/Maryland/DC licensing

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Counsel or Junior Partner in Commercial Litigation in the United States (Maryland area) to lead sophisticated disputes and drive team execution. The role includes overseeing associate-run cases, stepping into ongoing matters, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients.

Salary ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 per year. A practical, business-minded approach is valued, with ownership potential and opportunities to expand within the platform.