Legal Jobs in Oakton, VA

Immediate Opening: Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Family Law)

Know someone looking for part-time flexibility and long-term stability in the Fairfax area? We are looking for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work with a well-established family law practice in Fairfax City, VA.

The firm's solo attorney, is highly organized, deeply values reliability, and fosters a supportive workplace culture. His previous assistant loved the firm so much that they stayed in this exact role for 25 years! This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal professional who wants to leave the chaotic, last-minute litigation grind behind while still utilizing their expertise in a stable, respectful environment.

The Details:

• Location: Fairfax City, VA (100% On-Site in a quiet, professional office)
• Schedule: Part-Time (28 hours/week). Highly flexible! We prefer Monday–Thursday, ~9:15 AM – 4:15 PM, but the schedule can be easily adjusted to accommodate childcare or other personal needs.
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire
• Compensation: $25/hour
• Perks: A very sweet Bedlington Terrier visits the office 1–2 days a week!

What You'll Do:

• Finalize, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence (heavy Microsoft Word use).
• Manage court filings and coordinate outgoing mail.
• Handle monthly client invoicing using TimeSlips (daily time entry and drafting monthly bills).
• Provide general administrative support and warmly greet clients (Note: The attorney handles all new client intake!).

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of law firm experience (Litigation experience is strongly preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong document formatting skills.
• A reliable, empathetic, and coachable professional looking for a long-term work home.
• Note: The office has a staircase, so comfortable navigation of stairs is required to access files and supplies.

Next Steps:

We are moving quickly on this high-priority opening and conducting interviews this week so please apply now if interested.

CoAspire ( ) is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation's warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia's vibrant community.

Position: We are seeking a highly-experienced General Counsel to join our Legal Department. You will lead legal advisory services and strategic guidance for our business lines, serving as a trusted advisor to the owners, senior leadership team and program leaders. This position will provide strategic legal counsel and expert guidance on a range of matters critical to the success and growth of our defense manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in all aspects of US federal government contracts, ideally DoW contracts, as well as reviewing and negotiating agreements with subcontractors and other companies. This position will work across multiple divisions of the company and include interacting with external counsel retained for specialized services. US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on all aspects of U.S. federal government contracts, including FAR, DFARS, and agency specific regulations for contract formation, negotiation, performance, modification, compliance, and closeout. Provide legal risk assessments for bids, proposals, and ongoing contracts.
• Advise on cost allowability, contract claims/disputes, contract terminations, and bid protests.
• Oversee the negotiation of teaming agreements, NDAs, subcontracts, and other related agreements with primes, subcontractors, and commercial partners.
• Assist in responding to government audits, investigations, and inquiries, including from the DCAA, DCMA, and OIG.
• Support internal compliance programs, training, and policy development related to government contracting.
• Engage and coordinate with outside counsel as directed by ownership.
• Provide expertise on questions of corporate authority to engage in various transactions.
• Collaborate with contracts, finance, procurement, engineering, and program teams to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Lead or assist with prime contract and subcontract negotiations, pre-award support, and post-award counseling.
• Represent CoAspire on internal and external USG legal issues, including intellectual property, data rights, and export controls.

Qualifications:

• 0-8 years of relevant experience in government contracts law, ideally including experience in the defense or aerospace sector.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Requires the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or higher security clearance.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal procurement regulations.
• Experience with government contract disputes, claims, and bid protests.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Desired Skills:

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Prior in-house counsel experience in the defense or government services industry.
• Experience working with classified or export-controlled programs (ITAR, EAR).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements in government contracting (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-171).
• Background in supporting international government contracts and FMS/Direct Commercial Sales.
• Experience advising on information security statutes, regulations, and compliance frameworks, including FISMA and DFARS.
• Aerospace defense industry experience, particularly in manufacturing or production programs.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

Apply now! We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Let's build the future together. No agencies, please.

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A well-established law firm in Tysons, Virginia is seeking an experienced Trust and Estate Attorney to join its growing practice. The firm provides comprehensive legal services to individuals, families, and business owners, with a focus on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and tax planning.
• Draft and review estate planning documents tailored to each client’s goals and financial circumstances.
• Handle trust and estate administration, including probate filings, asset distribution, and fiduciary accountings.
• Counsel high-net-worth clients on complex estate and tax strategies.
• Collaborate with the firm’s corporate, tax, and real estate attorneys as needed to provide integrated legal solutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Virginia Bar membership (or eligibility for admission).
• 3–8 years of experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and client service orientation.
• Experience advising high-net-worth clients and familiarity with federal estate and gift tax concepts is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and collegial team environment.
• The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 – $180,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Overview

Qualifications

·   Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent

·     One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house

·      Registration to practice before the USPTO

·      Strong technical writing and analytical skills

·      Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities

·      Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies

·      Collaboration with clients and other professionals

·      Conducting case discussions with clients

·      Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Benefits

·      Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·      Positive and collaborative team environment

·      Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states

·      Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

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Community Associations Associate Attorney – Virginia Bar required

Rees Broome, PC, a Top 20 law firm in Virginia, is recruiting for an associate with 2-4 years of general collections experience to assist our community association and HOA clients in our Community Association practice group. This position offers competitive compensation and generous bonus plan. The firm actively engages in its associates’ professional growth. Candidates must be licensed in Virginia.

Our ideal candidate will have 2-4 years’ experience practicing general collections work for banks or other creditors, exceptional research and communication skills, a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple clients simultaneously and excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload of 250-400 active collection cases from initial intake to closing of files
• Work closely with paralegals, administrative assistants and Shareholders on collection case load
• Review and interpret client documents and draft legal opinions for Shareholder review
• Regularly handle court appearances in multiple jurisdictions and handle abatement court cases for enforcement of covenants
• Routinely communicate with community association clients and their management agents and provide routine status reports
• Manage billing of hourly time and via task codes for fixed fee collections work
• Routinely attend on-site meetings at client community associations to oversee elections and Board meetings

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Virginia
• 2-4 years’ experience in collections
• Experience with collections, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act compliance, district court, and post-judgment enforcement
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful
• Prior experience managing paralegals and other staff

The position is available immediately. Compensation and benefits are competitive. Interested candidates should submit a resume and salary requirement to

Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Location: Tysons Corner, VA or any one of our MD/VA offices

Offit Kurman, a growing Am Law 200 firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Trusts and Estates Practice Group.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with experience in estate planning, administration, and related litigation to join a dynamic, collaborative team focused on providing sophisticated counsel to individuals, families, and business owners.

Responsibilities include:

• Representing individuals, families, and business owners in creating estate plans tailored to their specific goals and circumstances.
• Handling matters involving wealth preservation, trust and estate administration, real estate issues, and premarital and postmarital agreements.
• Representing beneficiaries, executors, and trustees in disputes involving estates and trusts, including:
• Breach of fiduciary duty claims
• Will contests and validity challenges
• Elective share claims by surviving spouses
• Enforcement of obligations under premarital and postmarital agreements
• Collaborating closely with the firm’s fiduciary litigation team in both defending and prosecuting such claims.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia bar (required)
• 5-10 years of experience in trusts and estates planning and/or estate litigation preferred.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• A demonstrated interest in building a long-term practice in trusts and estates law.

Offit Kurman offers a collegial and entrepreneurial environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the resources of a national platform. Our attorneys are encouraged to develop their own practices while collaborating across disciplines and offices.

Agencies please send resumes to Jaclyn Famiglietti.

Highly reputable, top firm is exploding in their Corporate Group and looking to add a Mid or Senior Associate in the 5+ year range. Corporate work consists of M&A, operating agreements, JV's and general commercial contracts at both large corporate and small organizations. Also assisting clients with general corporate counseling.

Extremely relaxed environment with extremely low billable requirements and a collegial group that works well with it's other practice areas in referring business amongst each other. They are all well-established attorneys out of known firms with sophisticated clientele. This is a succession plan hire. They are flexible in working with the needs of the right candidate!