Rising Litigation Associate - Business Disputes

Solomon Page; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Solomon Page represents a successful Northern Virginia law firm seeking a litigation associate with 1–3 years of civil litigation experience, focusing on business disputes. The role includes extensive legal research and close mentorship from experienced litigators.

You will conduct research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and collaborate with clients and opposing counsel, with opportunities for courtroom exposure as your experience grows.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Ability to manage matters independently and interact directly with clients.
• Local DMV court experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses and individuals in civil litigation matters, focusing on business disputes.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law and statutes to support litigation matters.
• Draft demand letters, complaints, responsive pleadings, written discovery, and pre-trial motions.
• Manage document review and work with e-discovery vendors.
• Prepare privilege logs and discovery-related materials.
• Independently handle General District Court return dates and trials.
• Handle simple Circuit Court motions and smaller litigation matters.
• Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Participate in all phases of litigation with early opportunities for courtroom and trial experience.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Education

Active Virginia Bar membership

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Solomon Page represents a successful Northern Virginia law firm seeking a litigation associate with 1–3 years of civil litigation experience, focusing on business disputes. The role includes extensive legal research and close mentorship from experienced litigators.

You will conduct research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and collaborate with clients and opposing counsel, with opportunities for courtroom exposure as your experience grows.