Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Orion Placement; Leesburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement in Leesburg, Virginia is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to handle a broad range of matters from inception through resolution within a collaborative team.

This hybrid role offers meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and growth potential, requiring 3+ years of civil litigation, first- or second-chair experience in Virginia courts, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Virginia Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience with a law firm.
• First- or second-chair litigation experience in Virginia courts.
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings in Virginia courts
• Take and defend depositions and manage discovery strategy
• Appear in court, including hearings and trials, as first or second chair
• Work directly with clients to develop case strategy and deliver results
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys across practice areas

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Advocacy

First- or second-chair litigation

Independent work in team

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Virginia Bar license in good standing

Job description

• Build real courtroom experience with meaningful responsibility and client exposure
• Join a respected, collaborative litigation team with strong mentorship and growth runway
• Work on diverse, high-quality matters across civil and business litigation
• Clear path for advancement, including consideration for senior associate or partner-track roles
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
• Hybrid flexibility that respects both teamwork and autonomy

Location

Hybrid role based in Leesburg, Virginia, combining in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely as appropriate.

Note

This role requires at least 3+ years of civil litigation experience with a reputable law firm, including first- or second-chair experience in court; in-house-only backgrounds will not be considered.

About Us

We are a well-established, Northern Virginia–based law firm known for practical strategy, strong advocacy, and trusted client relationships. Our attorneys work across a wide range of litigation and business matters, offering exposure to sophisticated cases and real responsibility early on. We value professionalism, collegiality, and long-term growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a broad range of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings in Virginia courts
• Take and defend depositions and manage discovery strategy
• Appear in court, including hearings and trials, as first or second chair
• Work directly with clients to develop case strategy and deliver results
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys across practice areas

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Virginia Bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience with a law firm
• First- or second-chair litigation experience in Virginia courts
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be trusted with real responsibility, supported by experienced litigators, and given room to grow your practice. The culture is collegial, professional, and low-ego, with attorneys who value quality work, flexibility, and long-term career development.