Senior Civil Defense Litigator (Hybrid) - Own Your Cases

Distinct | North America; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical, dental and vision

Life and AD&D

Short/long term disability

FSAs

Holiday pay

Job summary

Distinct Recruitment is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney for our Virginia Beach client. The role is hybrid, with autonomy to run cases from filing through verdict in civil defense matters. You will handle insurance-defense files, manage motions, depositions, and trial prep, and develop client relationships.

Ten-plus years of experience and strong trial skills are essential. This is a long-term position with a deliberate growth plan and a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) with

Qualifications

• JD required with bar admission in good standing.
• 10+ years of civil litigation defense experience.
• Experience with insurance defense clients.

Responsibilities

• Run cases from filing through verdict without supervisor.
• Handle motions, depositions, and trial prep.
• Negotiate settlements and manage client relationships.

Skills

Civil litigation defense

Solo file management

Insurance clients

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Distinct Recruitment is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney for our Virginia Beach client. The role is hybrid, with autonomy to run cases from filing through verdict in civil defense matters. You will handle insurance-defense files, manage motions, depositions, and trial prep, and develop client relationships.

Ten-plus years of experience and strong trial skills are essential. This is a long-term position with a deliberate growth plan and a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) with