Associate Attorney needed for Rockville office

Job Overview:
A well-regarded AV-rated civil litigation and insurance defense firm is seeking an associate attorney to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and research skills, with 2-5 years of litigation experience or judicial clerk experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to advance their career in civil litigation and insurance defense, with the potential for work-from-home flexibility and an office in Montgomery County.

Location:

• Rockville, Maryland

Duties:

• Manage civil litigation cases, including insurance defense matters.

• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare legal documents.

• Participate in hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.

• Advise clients on legal issues and case strategy.

• Collaborate with senior attorneys and staff on various litigation tasks.

Requirements:

• Membership in the Maryland Bar.

• Admission to the D.C. Bar or the ability to waive in.

• 2-5 years of litigation experience or judicial clerk experience.

• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Maryland Bar membership required.

• D.C. Bar membership or the ability to waive in is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.

• Experience in civil litigation and insurance defense.

• Ability to manage a caseload effectively and meet deadlines.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Benefits package including potential work-from-home options.

• Office flexibility with the Montgomery County office location.

This Maryland and DC-based law firm has been practicing for over 30 years in wide range of legal issues and represents clients both in and out of the courtroom in various trials, class actions, administrative, and appellate matters. Their areas of concentration include administrative law, homeowner's association litigation, construction law, animal litigation, contract disputes, insurance coverage, bad faith, corporate liability defense, fire & casualty litigation, maritime law, medical malpractice, products & premises liability, sureties' representation, sport liability, worker's compensation, and subrogation of all types. The members of this firm maintain a long-lasting relationship with clients and have represented their cases in both state and federal court.