Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 1-5 years of litigation experience to join its Roanoke, Virginia office. This role offers the opportunity to handle diverse defense litigation, gain trial experience, and collaborate with a team of seasoned attorneys.

Duties

• Manage 30-40 active litigation files, including discovery, depositions, motions, and client reporting.
• Handle personal injury, premises liability, products liability, general liability, civil rights, and contract claims.
• Work on matters in both State and Federal Court.
• Collaborate with multiple attorneys and support staff.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Contribute to trial preparation and strategy.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing in Virginia.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience (open to more senior).
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a busy docket independently.
• Insurance defense experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

• Virginia Bar License

Skills

• Research and writing proficiency
• Oral advocacy
• Organizational skills

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule

The firm practices in insurance defense, coverage and fraud, employment and labor law, workers' compensation, automobile liability, construction defect, and several other practice areas. It has four offices throughout Virginia and has been around for almost three decades.