Litigation Attorney

Cavoratalent; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

CLE support

Bar dues reimbursement

Job summary

Cavoratalent is seeking a litigation attorney to join a growing civil litigation practice focused on real estate title disputes. The role involves direct client contact from intake through trial, with an emphasis on strategic problem-solving and courtroom advocacy.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, active Maryland Bar (DC/VA preferred), and 3–7 years of civil litigation experience. On-site in Annapolis with partial remote work; competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Maryland Bar in good standing; DC/VA Bar preferred
• 3–7 years civil litigation experience with portable book of business preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and courtroom presentation abilities
• Experience managing cases independently while collaborating in a team

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled legal counsel and manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other legal filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy recommendations
• Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review and witness preparation
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case strategy, status updates, and expectations
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff on complex litigation matters
• Handle confidential client matters with professionalism and discretion

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Time management

Client service

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Our client is seeking a litigation attorney to join our growing civil litigation practice. We represent individuals and businesses in a broad range of civil matters, with a particular emphasis on real estate title disputes. Our litigation team is known for providing strategic, practical, and client-focused representation while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, and working directly with clients from the initial consultation through trial or resolution. The ideal candidate is motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide skilled legal counsel and manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other legal filings

• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy recommendations

• Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials

• Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review and witness preparation

• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case strategy, status updates, and expectations

• Collaborate with attorneys and staff on complex litigation matters

• Handle confidential client matters with professionalism and discretion

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Active membership in the Maryland Bar in good standing

• Active membership in the District of Columbia and Virginia Bar preferred

• 3–7 years of civil litigation experience with portable book of business preferred

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Excellent oral advocacy and courtroom presentation abilities

• Experience managing cases independently while collaborating within a team environment

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Commitment to providing outstanding client service

Top Traits We Value

• Strategic thinker

• Self-motivated

• Organized

• Detail-oriented

• Collaborative

• Client-focused

• Community involvement

Work Arrangement / Location

• Location: Annapolis, Maryland

• Schedule: Full-time

• Work Arrangement: On-site with flexibility for partial remote work

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 to $120,000

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Life insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support

• Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement