Rising Civil Litigation Attorney - Hands-on Advocacy

McCandlish Holton, PC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

McCandlish Holton, PC in Reston, Virginia, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2 to 4 years of substantive civil litigation experience to join our Civil Litigation Practice Group. You will develop litigation skills through client interaction, courtroom advocacy, legal research, written advocacy, and hands-on case management.

The Associate will manage assigned civil matters, develop case strategy, represent clients in proceedings, draft legal documents, conduct research, communicate with clients and

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Virginia State Bar in good standing or eligible for admission.
• Reliable transportation to and from work and off-site locations.
• High level of computer literacy and ability to use legal technology, email, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience conducting legal research, analyzing legal issues, and drafting legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned civil litigation matters.
• Assist in developing case strategy.
• Represent clients in litigation proceedings.
• Prepare legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Communicate with clients and opposing parties.
• Collaborate with attorneys in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Job description

McCandlish Holton, PC in Reston, Virginia, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2 to 4 years of substantive civil litigation experience to join our Civil Litigation Practice Group. You will develop litigation skills through client interaction, courtroom advocacy, legal research, written advocacy, and hands-on case management.

The Associate will manage assigned civil matters, develop case strategy, represent clients in proceedings, draft legal documents, conduct research, communicate with clients and