Richmond Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking an attorney to join our Litigation team. The role offers hybrid work options after training and requires Virginia bar admission or pending results, with 1–5 years of civil litigation experience.

Compensation is competitive with a salary range of $90,000–$150,000 and bonus opportunities. The position provides a full benefits package including health/dental/vision, 401(k) and leadership training, with a focus on developing hands-on trial

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (or equivalent) required.
• Virginia bar license or eligibility pending bar results.
• 1–5 years of civil litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files and set action plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Identify pleadings and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events with thorough reporting.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for trial.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Autonomous working style

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Team-oriented

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Richmond, VA!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Richmond. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team.

Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in Virginia or have pending Virginia bar exam results.

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants

The annualized salary range for this position is $90,000-$150,000. Actual pay will be determined based on total and relevant experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also offers bonuses and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more.

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Bar

Work-Life Balance

: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

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