Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Manassas, Virginia, with opportunities for remote work. The firm specializes in creditors' rights litigation, collection litigation, and landlord-tenant litigation, serving clients in Virginia, Maryland, and Georgia. The successful candidate will join a collaborative environment with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

Duties

• Represent clients in collection cases and landlord-tenant disputes in Virginia and Maryland.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Appear in court to argue motions and present trials.
• Conduct discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests, taking depositions, and preparing witnesses.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsels, courts, and other parties.
• Attend court hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Maintain accurate and timely billing records.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia and/or Maryland bar.
• 1-3 years of experience in collections and landlord-tenant disputes preferred.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Ability to commute to Virginia and Maryland as needed.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Virginia and/or Maryland bar.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Independent work and multitasking.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Profit sharing.
• Continuing legal education requirements paid by firm.
• State licensure requirements paid by firm.
• Professional association dues paid by firm.