Legal Jobs in Fort Washington

Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman is searching for a civil litigator to join our growing practice in the firm’s Alexandria office.

The ideal candidate will have 2-8 years of litigation experience with superior legal writing and research abilities, exceptional client service skills, and a strong desire to take a lead role in case handling. Candidates must be barred in MD.

Ideal candidates are also barred in DC and/or VA. This is an excellent opportunity for immediate first-chair experience and exposure to all aspects of case management including depositions, motions practice, mediations, and trials in state and federal courts throughout MD, DC and VA. Position is hybrid. Remote work is an option for the right candidate.  

Under the supervision of Regional Manager, the Staff Attorney will conduct the closings and supervise the settlement processes. The Staff Attorney will also assist with marketing efforts.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review deeds, contracts, powers of attorney, trust documents, title abstract reports, and any other legal documents relevant to conducting settlements and insuring title.
• Review title commitments for accuracy.
• Clear and resolve title curative matters.
• Assist processors with questions regarding legal and curative matters.
• Answer client questions pertaining to title insurance.
• Conduct settlements.
• Present educational courses.
• Assist with business development.

Performance Expectations

• Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
• Perform responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, customers and business partners.
• Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
• Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and regularly, and following good safety practices in all activities.

Minimum Requirements:

These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum requirements.

• Must have an understanding of title operations, underwriting and state guidelines.
• Must be a licensed attorney in the state in which the position is located
• Must have a title insurance license or the ability to obtain one
• 2+ years of real estate legal experience preferred.

We offer a full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected plaintiff-side practice with a steady flow of injury matters and real courtroom work
• Build skills fast across client advocacy, negotiations, discovery, and litigation from day one
• Earn strong compensation with quarterly bonuses that can grow into five figures
• Work with a team that values responsiveness, professionalism, and doing right by clients
• Clear runway for growth for attorneys who want to develop into higher-level case responsibility

Location: This is a full-time, in-office role in Springfield, Virginia with close access to the broader Northern Virginia and DC metro legal market.

Note: Must be actively licensed and in good standing with the Virginia Bar. This client is not offering relocation assistance.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Northern Virginia law firm known for representing injury victims with urgency, persistence, and strong trial readiness. They handle personal injury, auto accidents, and workers' compensation matters across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

Job Description

• Manage and support personal injury files from intake through resolution, with increasing ownership over time
• Communicate directly with clients and guide them through litigation and settlement strategy
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and case correspondence
• Conduct discovery, take and defend depositions as appropriate, and coordinate experts and records
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Appear in General District Court and Circuit Court and assist with trial preparation

Qualifications

• Virginia Bar required
• 0+ years of litigation experience preferred, personal injury experience is a plus but not required
• Strong legal writing, attention to detail, and comfort with client-facing work
• Motivated, coachable, and team-oriented with a genuine interest in litigation

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Supportive, hands-on environment with real mentoring and skill development
• Meaningful plaintiff-side work where your effort directly impacts clients' outcomes
• Fast-paced practice with variety, autonomy, and room to grow
• Competitive pay, full benefits, and bonus upside tied to performance

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Speedwell Law – Alexandria, Virginia

Speedwell Law is seeking an exceptional litigation associate to help build our estate and fiduciary litigation practice.

We represent families in high-stakes disputes involving wills, trusts, and fiduciary misconduct. The work demands excellent writing, strategic thinking, and the ability to guide clients through emotionally complex situations with clarity and confidence.

This role is ideal for a litigation attorney who enjoys the craft of advocacy: developing strategy, writing persuasive motions, taking depositions, and appearing in court. We are looking for someone who takes pride in excellent work, communicates clearly under pressure, and approaches disputes with both professionalism and empathy.

We are not looking for someone to simply push paper. We are looking for someone who wants to become an exceptional litigator.

Speedwell Law is a fast-growing estate planning, administration, and litigation firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. Our mission is to deliver boutique-quality estate services with a level of responsiveness and care that clients rarely experience elsewhere.

Our work sits at the intersection of law, family dynamics, and financial planning. Many disputes we handle arise from estate planning and administration matters within our firm, which allows our litigation team to work closely with planning and probate attorneys to resolve issues efficiently and prevent unnecessary conflict.

We believe legal work should be intellectually rigorous, client-centered, and sustainable. Our goal is to build a small team of high-performing attorneys who value professionalism, kindness, and excellent work.

Our culture is built around the following principles:

• Warmth, friendliness, and responsiveness to clients

• Simple solutions to complex problems

• Provide uncommon value – strive for excellence and exceed expectations

• Boutique feel and seamless client experience

• Meet clients where they are

We are looking for attorneys who genuinely embody these values.

The Estate Litigation Associate will represent clients in estate, trust, and fiduciary disputes including:

• Contested wills

• Trust disputes

• Fiduciary misconduct and breach of duty

• Executor and trustee disputes

• Related civil litigation matters

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda

• Conducting legal research and case analysis

• Managing discovery and document review

• Taking and defending depositions

• Appearing at hearings and mediations

• Working with clients through emotionally sensitive disputes

• Collaborating with the firm's estate planning and administration teams

This position offers meaningful responsibility and the opportunity for substantial courtroom exposure.

Required

• Active membership in the Virginia State Bar (or admission pending)

• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience

• Strong legal research and writing ability

• Excellent organizational and case management skills

• Ability to explain complex legal concepts in simple, clear language

Preferred

• Experience with probate, trust, or fiduciary litigation

• Deposition and hearing experience

• Strong motion practice experience

• Salary range: $140,000 – $170,000, depending on experience

• Performance-based bonuses

• Health Insurance

• 5% 401(k) match

• Predictable and sustainable workload

• Meaningful courtroom experience

• Mentorship and professional development

Unlike many litigation practices, we prioritize high-quality work and sustainable schedules so our attorneys can perform at a high level without burnout.

We value attorneys who demonstrate:

• Strong litigation instincts

• Clear and persuasive writing

• Professional judgment

• Reliability and follow-through

• Warmth and empathy with clients

• Commitment to excellence

Litigation can be stressful for families. We look for attorneys who can combine sharp advocacy with thoughtful client care.

Please submit the following through LinkedIn:

• Resume

• Writing sample (motion, brief, or legal memorandum preferred)

• Cover letter

Your cover letter should answer the following:

• Which of our core values resonates most with you and why?
• What is your favorite flavor of ice cream, and why? (One sentence.)

Please keep your cover letter focused on these questions rather than summarizing your resume.

Attention to detail in all application materials is important.

If selected for an interview, you may be asked to explain one of the following topics in five sentences or fewer:

• Wind

• How a refrigerator works

This exercise helps us evaluate how clearly candidates can explain complex concepts—an essential skill for litigation. Final candidates may also be asked to complete a DISC behavioral assessment as part of our hiring process.

Interested candidates should apply through LinkedIn. We appreciate your interest in Speedwell Law and look forward to learning more about you.

Lateral Link is spearheading an unposted search for a valued client, seeking a junior to mid-level associate with 1-4 years of experience.

The firm is skilled in managing high-stakes defamation cases.

Known for its expertise in complex defamation matters, the firm seeks a candidate with litigation experience, ideally complemented by appellate clerkships.

The firm maintains a national practice, presenting cases in state and federal courts throughout the United States, and provides Biglaw-caliber service to its global clientele.

The firm emphasizes lean staffing and internal promotions through an achievable partnership path.

For immediate consideration, please apply through this posting or email your resume to

Brown Law, PLLC is a boutique immigration law firm that specializes in exceptionally high quality legal representation to immigrant clients before USCIS, the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.

Associate Attorney Position. Brown Law is looking for an entry level associate attorney who is bilingual (must speak Spanish and English), is very smart, went to a great law school and is willing to learn. We would provide extensive mentorship and training on immigration law and our practice. The associate would not be expected to generate any business and would work on existing matters for the partners of the firm. Over time, the associate would be given more autonomy and responsibility, including representing clients in court and managing their own cases as their experience and skills develop over time.

Licensing Requirements. We will consider attorneys barred in any U.S. jurisdiction but the firm has a preference for an associate barred in Virginia and/or Maryland.

Language Requirements. English and Spanish with fluency (Required)

Compensation and Benefits.

· $90,000 to $100,000 annual salary.

· Cadillac Healthcare after 30 days: Generous Health plan through Kaiser Permanente that fully covers employees and all dependents, vision insurance and children's dental Insurance Plan

· Paid Sick Leave.

· 15 Days Annual Vacation.

· 401(k) retirement savings plan with full brokerage account and a 6% employer match with no employee contribution required after 1 year.

· Profit Sharing after 1 year: Brown Law issues profit sharing to employees once per year with amount based on profitability of the firm

· Pension Plan after 1 year: Brown Law contributes to a pension plan. Employees are guaranteed 5% returns and receive monthly pension benefits for life starting at retirement.

· up to $500 annual reimbursement towards CLEs and bar expenses.

· The firm is located in a luxury, professionally designed trophy office building with lavish attorney offices and uses state of the art Apple technology to support our associates'.

For more information on our firm, check out: Type: Full-time