Richmond (Remote): Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Flexible work-from-home

Job summary

The Richmond office of Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP seeks associates with 2-4 years of civil litigation experience; Virginia licensure is required. The firm supports a flexible work-from-home policy and cross-office collaboration.

Attorneys assist on investigations, discovery, depositions and trial preparation, working with lead attorneys. Excellent research and writing are essential. A competitive salary and robust benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of civil litigation experience.
• Virginia license is required.
• Excellent research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Assist with rapid response investigations, discovery, depositions and trial preparation.
• Contribute to case evaluation and reporting to meet client objectives.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Job description

The Richmond office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 2-4 years of relevant experience in civil litigation. You must be licensed in Virginia - no exceptions.

As the go to litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account