Associate Attorney

Job overview

A law firm seeks an entry-level Associate Attorney in Leesburg, VA. This position offers a dynamic environment for recent graduates eager to embark on a legal career.

Duties

• Review legal documents to identify key details for case strategies.
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Represent clients in court hearings with professionalism.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support client interests.
• Manage case files with precision and timeliness.
• Negotiate settlements to achieve favorable outcomes.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient negotiation skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State bar admission.

Skills

• Proficiency in Windows and MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Familiarity with Adobe/Nuance Power PDF.
• Comfortable with new technologies and websites.
• Advanced technology and computer skills.

This law firm is one of the largest Women's Business Enterprise National Council certified women-owned law firms in the United States. Its major practice areas include residential and commercial loan foreclosure and loan workout, bankruptcy and eviction, money judgment, asset management and recovery, and real estate transactions and litigation. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the firm also has offices located in other locations including Leesburg, Virginia.