Litigation Associate (Charleston, WV)

The West Virginia State Bar; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steptoe & Johnson PLLC in Charleston, WV is actively seeking a litigation associate with 2+ years of experience to join our busy practice. Qualified candidates should have litigation experience commensurate with time in practice and a strong desire to appear in court.

Candidates should possess excellent writing and analytical skills, be licensed to practice in West Virginia, and be motivated by a pathway to advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Licensed to practice in West Virginia.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Excellent academic credentials

Court appearance readiness

Job description

Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is actively seeking a litigation associate with 2+ years of experience to join our busy practice in the Charleston, WV office. Qualified candidates should have litigation experience commensurate with time in practice, strong writing and analytical skills, excellent academic credentials, and a desire to appear in court. Experience with litigation in federal courts and experience with complex, high-profile, high-dollar litigation is particularly helpful. License to practice in WV is required. We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunity for advancement.

Steptoe & Johnson is among the NLJ's Top 150 law firms, with 18 offices in 7 states. In addition to litigation, Steptoe & Johnson's core strengths include energy, transactional, and labor and employment law, with over 350 attorneys working in 40 practice areas. With roots dating back more than a century, the firm has a long history of success borne of focused client service and congenial working relationships with the firm. Steptoe & Johnson provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.