Litigation Defense Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Litigation Defense Attorney in Virginia Beach, VA. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in civil litigation or insurance defense, with strong motion practice and deposition experience.

Responsibilities include handling cases from inception to resolution, drafting motions, and appearing in court and mediations. Qualified candidates will manage caseloads independently and collaborate with a team of attorneys, adapting strategies for diverse clients across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Virginia.
• 4+ years of civil litigation and/or insurance defense experience.
• Strong motion practice and deposition experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Experience with insurance coverage or general liability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Analytical and problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Defense Attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have experience in civil litigation and insurance defense, handling cases from inception through resolution. This role offers the opportunity to work with experienced attorneys and diverse clients across multiple jurisdictions.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• 4+ years of civil litigation and/or insurance defense experience.
• Strong motion practice and deposition experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Experience with insurance coverage, general liability, or related practice areas preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Virginia.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.