Senior Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Tysons (VA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work position

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Senior Litigation Associate in Virginia to represent clients in complex disputes, including commercial litigation and government investigations, with a focus on trial preparation and appellate readiness. You will lead teams, manage multi-jurisdictional matters, and advise on risk, compliance, and strategy, while interacting with clients and developing the firm’s practice.

Ideal candidates have substantial lead-associate experience in federal and state court

Qualifications

• Lead associate with experience in federal and state court litigation.
• Experience with government and internal investigations.
• Employment-related disputes and compliance reviews desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters in federal and state courts.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and key filings.
• Manage discovery, including document strategy, review, and production.
• Support and lead responses to government investigations and enforcement actions.
• Conduct and assist with internal investigations, including witness interviews.
• Prepare investigative reports and client-facing analyses.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and compliance.
• Prepare clients for testimony before agencies and committees.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.

Skills

Lead litigation

Federal & state court experience

Team leadership

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Associate in Virginia to represent clients in complex disputes and high-stakes matters, including commercial litigation and government investigations. The role involves working with a dynamic team and offers opportunities for client interaction and practice development.

Duties

• Handle litigation matters in federal and state courts.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other key filings.
• Manage discovery, including document strategy, review, and production.
• Support and lead responses to government investigations and enforcement actions.
• Conduct and assist with internal investigations, including witness interviews.
• Prepare investigative reports and client-facing analyses.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and compliance.
• Prepare clients for testimony before agencies and committees.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.

Requirements

• Experience as a lead associate in federal and state court litigation.
• Experience with government and internal investigations.
• Experience with employment-related disputes and compliance reviews is desirable.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently.

Education

Juris Doctor from a top 25 law school preferred.

Certifications

Admission (or waive-in eligibility) to Virginia Bar.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and technical skills.
• Ability to lead teams of attorneys.
• Sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Consistent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Hybrid work position.
• Annual billable hour requirement of 1,600 hours.