Remote/Hybrid Associate Attorney - Litigation & Research

Chartwell Law; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law is seeking an Associate attorney in Virginia to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. You will provide strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions while upholding an annual billable target.

The role requires independent judgment and close collaboration with partners and clients. The ideal candidate has strong research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to handle discovery, expert-witness coordination, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in state posted.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the practice group.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with administrative proceedings, depositions, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills.
• Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Expert witness retention and collaboration
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Chartwell Law is seeking an Associate attorney in Virginia to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. You will provide strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions while upholding an annual billable target.

The role requires independent judgment and close collaboration with partners and clients. The ideal candidate has strong research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to handle discovery, expert-witness coordination, and