Litigation Associate

T Mlaw; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ThompsonMcMullan, P.C. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our Shockoe Slip office.

The successful candidate will handle civil litigation matters in state and federal courts and play an active role in all phases of litigation. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery; participating in depositions, hearings, mediations and arbitrations; and assisting with trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Experience handling civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Ability to manage cases and meet deadlines with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda and discovery requests/responses.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, conferences, mediations and arbitrations.
• Assist with trial preparation, including case strategy, exhibits and witness prep.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts and staff; support settlement negotiations.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings & motions

Depositions & hearings

Job description

ThompsonMcMullan, P.C. is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our Litigation Practice in our Shockoe Slip, Richmond, VA office. The ideal candidate should have experience handling civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts.

The Litigation Associate will play an active role in all phases of litigation with opportunities to gain hands-on courtroom experience and appear in state and federal court. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and assisting with civil litigation matters; conducting legal research and analyzing complex legal and factual issues; drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents; participating in depositions, hearings, conferences, mediations, and arbitrations; and assisting with trial preparation, including case strategy, exhibits, evidence, and witness preparation. The position will also involve communicating with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other professionals, participating in settlement negotiations, evaluating litigation risks and potential outcomes, and working collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staff to effectively manage cases and meet deadlines.

The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills, along with exceptional attention to detail. This position requires sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Candidates should be adaptable and willing to assist wherever needed to support the firm’s attorneys, clients, and staff.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, and in-office position.

Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience

ThompsonMcMullan, P.C. is a law firm committed to excellence in serving business, government, and individual clients regarding energy matters, business transactions, corporate matters and real estate transactions, employment counseling and litigation, civil litigation, bankruptcy, administrative law, elder law, and estate planning. Our core values focus on dignity, community, honor, civility, teamwork, and passion expressed in a balanced life.

In addition, ThompsonMcMullan, P.C. has been recognized by the Richmond Times Dispatch, in partnership with Energage, as a Top Workplace for seven years running, thanks to positive feedback and shared experience from our employees!

We offer our employees competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Employer paid medical insurance for employees
• Employee funded medical flex spending and dependent care flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 401k plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid leave benefits- including PTO, ten paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Paid parking

ThompsonMcMullan, P.C. provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

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