Litigation Associate — Courtroom Prep, Research & Strategy

Selzer Gurvitch Rabin Wertheimer & Polott, P.C.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant? Not applicable

Job summary

Selzer Gurvitch Rabin Wertheimer & Polott, P.C., a Bethesda, Maryland law firm, seeks a Litigation Associate to join its on-site team in Bethesda. The role involves drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery, conducting legal research, and helping shape case strategy under supervision.

You will prepare deposition outlines, communicate with clients and opposing counsel, manage case files and deadlines, and support senior attorneys in hearings and trials while collaborating with the litigation

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, including civil litigation principles and procedures.
• Experience drafting and responding to Motions and other litigation-related filings.
• Proficiency in legal Research using relevant tools and databases.
• Familiarity with Depositions, including preparation, review, and summaries.
• Comfort working with various Courts, including state and local courts in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar admission (or eligibility for prompt admission) in Maryland.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, work collaboratively in a team environment, and interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Prior litigation experience, clerkship, or relevant internship experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy.
• Assist with deposition outlines and summaries; manage case files and deadlines.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel to advance cases.
• Appear in court under supervision and support senior attorneys in hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with the litigation team to achieve efficient, effective client outcomes.

Skills

Civil litigation

Motions drafting

Legal research

Depositions

Court experience

Oral advocacy

Time management

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Selzer Gurvitch Rabin Wertheimer & Polott, P.C., a Bethesda, Maryland law firm, seeks a Litigation Associate to join its on-site team in Bethesda. The role involves drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery, conducting legal research, and helping shape case strategy under supervision.

You will prepare deposition outlines, communicate with clients and opposing counsel, manage case files and deadlines, and support senior attorneys in hearings and trials while collaborating with the litigation