Litigation Defense Attorney: Workers’ Comp & Liability (Hybrid, VA)

Semmes, Bowen & Semmes; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Center

Bike Storage

Food Trucks

Metro access

401k

Employer-funded pension plan

HSA

FSA

Job summary

Semmes, Bowen & Semmes in McLean, VA seeks an associate with 5+ years of experience in Workers’ Compensation and General and Automobile Liability defense to represent employers, restaurants, and retailers in state and federal courts and tribunals.

The firm offers a hybrid work schedule, a paperless office with laptops, and a collaborative environment focused on mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be barred and able to practice in Virginia.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Detail oriented, organized, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Meet deadlines and multi-task on a high volume of cases.
• Research complicated legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.
• Work closely with other attorneys and support staff.
• Handle court appearances, client meetings, and depositions.
• Communicate with clients regularly.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Independent worker

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Semmes, Bowen & Semmes in McLean, VA seeks an associate with 5+ years of experience in Workers’ Compensation and General and Automobile Liability defense to represent employers, restaurants, and retailers in state and federal courts and tribunals.

The firm offers a hybrid work schedule, a paperless office with laptops, and a collaborative environment focused on mentorship and professional growth.