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In-House Litigation Paralegal
🏒 Hawthorne Lane
Salary not disclosed
Northern Virginia 2 days ago

This technology company in Northern Virginia is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support its in-house legal team. This is a highly visible role where you'll work on a broad range of litigation and dispute-related matters, with a strong emphasis on subpoena responses and case management. If you're a proactive, detail-driven paralegal looking for an in-house opportunity within a stable team environment and the chance to contribute meaningfully to complex matters, this is an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide end-to-end legal support to a team, from investigations through discovery and track deadlines with a fine-toothcomb.
  • Oversee requests and incoming correspondence to the legal team, ensuring questions are addressed and follow-up action is taken.
  • Maintain case files, legal calendars, and reports to ensure timely and accurate compliance.
  • Conduct substantive legal and online research in support of attorneys and ongoing matters, especially related to subpoenas and litigation matters.
  • Partner with cross-departmental internal teams.
  • Prepare documents for upcoming meetings, update the team on approaching deadlines, follow-through with appropriate documentation, and ensure compliance.
  • Communicate with attorneys, clients, paralegals, administrative support staff, and vendors to gather information and data, and to coordinate deliverables.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • Engaged and long-tenured leadership; you'll support in-house senior attorneys who value professionalism, teamwork, and precision.
  • Hybrid model with four days in-office, offering strong and work-life balance.

What We're Looking For:

  • Qualified. You hold a bachelor's degree; candidates with a paralegal certificate will stand out!
  • Experienced. You bring at least four years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally including direct subpoena work.
  • Thorough. You have excellent research, writing, and communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Technical. You're proficient with Microsoft Office, legal software such as LexisNexis, and comfortable learning new tools.
  • Team-oriented. You take a hands-on, collaborative approach, with a service mindset and professional demeanor.
  • Resilient. You stay composed and adaptable under pressure, keeping projects on track.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane's success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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Remote Litigation Legal Assistant
Salary not disclosed

Opensity Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support one of our premier legal clients in a remote capacity. This role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of a case, from initiation through trial preparation and post-trial activities.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing court documents, managing case files, scheduling meetings, compiling discovery materials, handling client communications, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. This role is critical to the smooth operation and progression of litigation matters.

The position requires 5 to 10 years of litigation experience, with specific expertise supporting California courts. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential legal information with professionalism and discretion.

Position Details

β€’ Full-time position, with possible overtime during busy periods

β€’ Remote Schedule: Friday – Monday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM PT | 10-hour shifts per day

β€’ Pay Rate: $34.00 – $38.00 per hour, depending on region

β€’ Candidates must be located in the United States but cannot reside in California, Alaska, or Nevada

Key Responsibilities

Document & Case Management

β€’ Organize and maintain case files (electronic and physical) using NetDocuments or other document management systems

β€’ Index, redact, and prepare documents, pleadings, and exhibits for court under the direct supervision of the managing attorney

Legal Research & Court Records Management

β€’ Conduct legal research using databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support litigation strategy

β€’ Retrieve case information from California court websites, federal and state dockets, and PACER

β€’ Monitor court records and dockets to track case progress and filing deadlines

Drafting & Filing Court Documents

β€’ Prepare legal documents including motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, pleadings, and correspondence under attorney supervision

β€’ File documents in state and federal courts, including California courts, using electronic and physical filing methods

β€’ Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal court rules and deadlines

Client & Attorney Support

β€’ Respond to client inquiries, provide case updates, and coordinate scheduling of meetings

β€’ Coordinate with opposing counsel, court clerks, and third-party vendors

β€’ Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys to ensure seamless case progression

Discovery Process & Trial Preparation

β€’ Assist in gathering, reviewing, and organizing discovery materials including requests for production, interrogatories, and depositions

β€’ Manage document production and maintain privilege logs

β€’ Prepare trial notebooks, witness lists, and courtroom exhibits

β€’ Coordinate trial logistics and ensure all required materials are prepared

Calendar & Docket Management

β€’ Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and schedule hearings, depositions, and attorney meetings

β€’ Send reminders and provide case status updates to attorneys

Billing, Data Entry & Administrative Support

β€’ Track time entries and expenses for billing purposes

β€’ Assist with invoice preparation and data entry using Chrome River, Intapp (Time Tracking Software), and other billing platforms

β€’ Support administrative tasks related to case management, document retrieval, and compliance tracking

Skills and Qualifications

Required

β€’ Experience: 5 to 10 years working in litigation or as a legal assistant

β€’ Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures, legal terminology, and California court rules

β€’ Court Filing Experience: Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures, including California electronic filing systems

β€’ Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, NetDocuments, LexisNexis, Westlaw, PACER, and state court websites

β€’ Billing & Data Entry: Experience using Chrome River (invoicing), Intapp (time tracking), and PACER (court records access)

β€’ Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills

β€’ Attention to Detail: High accuracy in document preparation, data entry, and file organization

β€’ Confidentiality & Professionalism: Ability to handle sensitive legal information with discretion

Preferred

β€’ Paralegal certification or equivalent legal training

β€’ Experience with e-discovery tools and litigation database management

β€’ Knowledge of litigation in areas such as labor & employment, commercial litigation, or intellectual property


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Litigation Legal Assistant
🏒 LHH
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 2 days ago

LHH Recruitment in partnership with a law firm in Richmond, VA is seeking a long term temporary litigation legal assistant. This role is a full time position and will last at least 2 months with the opportunity to be extended. This role will start ASAP! This will be a standard 37.5 hour work week with overtime after 40 hours. Occasional overtime for trial preparation will be needed.

Responsibilities

Will support 3 attorneys

Calendaring & docketing

Scheduling depositions

Ordering medical records

Submitting billable hours into client portals

Client correspondence

Standard litigation support

Notary certification is a plus

Requirements

3+ years of strong litigation legal assistant experience

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to be onsite

Benefit offerings available to our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, out associates may be eligible for paid leave including paid sick leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

β€’ The California Fair Chance Act

β€’ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

β€’ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

β€’ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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We're a talent solutions and advisory company, committed to empowering professionals and organizations to achieve bold ambitions through care and innovation.

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Attorney - Civil Litigator - Local Government
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 2 days ago

**Join Our Local Government Team at Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman**

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Do you want to work with a team of experienced professionals who share your values of teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence?

We are seeking talented attorneys to join our dynamic practice, which focuses on complex and controversial cases in federal and state courts throughout Virginia. Our team has successfully handled hundreds of cases involving cutting-edge constitutional, statutory, and policy issues for the Commonwealth, counties, cities, towns, school boards, authorities, and other governmental entities. As part of our team, you will be fully involved in all aspects of our cases from the start.

**Our Culture & Work-Life Balance**

At Harman Claytor, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive culture. We believe that every case is a team effort. Our attorneys work together to achieve exceptional results for our clients while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are open to, and offer, flexible work arrangements to accommodate our attorneys' unique needs and preferences.

**Benefits**

  • 401K/Profit Sharing with match
  • Health Insurance – employee premium paid in full
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance/Voluntary Life
  • Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability
  • Cell Phone & Cell Phone Service provided
  • CLE/Bar Dues paid in full

**Contact Us**

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals, we invite you to apply by sending your resume to or by contacting an attorney on the Local Government Team.

For more information, please contact:

David Corrigan -

Jeremy Capps -

Leslie Winneberger -

Missy York -

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Remote Litigation Attorney (ID# 4921)
🏒 On Call Counsel
Salary not disclosed
Arlington, Virginia, Remote 2 days ago

Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims

Background on the Project:

A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims processβ€”from intake to resolution or settlement.

Pay Rates:

  • 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
  • 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour

Key Responsibilities:

  • Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
  • Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
  • Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
  • Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney's fees.
  • Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
  • Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
  • Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
  • Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
  • Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
  • Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
  • Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
  • Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
  • Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Family Law Attorney
Salary not disclosed
Arlington, Virginia 2 days ago

Who We Are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to serve clients and enjoy work/life balance. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Bailey & Galyen. As one of the leading consumer law firms, Bailey & Galyen, Official Law Firm Sponsor of The Texas Rangersβ€” serving Texas as well as the surrounding states for over 40 years is growing through our incredibly talented and diverse team members who are committed to total client satisfaction. At Bailey & Galyen, we cultivate an environment where all team members are provided with the resources and support needed to produce their best work.

Who We're Looking For

Bailey & Galyen is looking for a Family Law attorney at our Arlington Office who is qualified mediator authorized to assist in the resolution of family law matters involving children. We are looking for an experienced trial lawyer that has tried numerous cases in state and federal state courts and state criminal proceedings. In addition, we are looking for someone who is also experienced in the prosecution of appeals and the defense of Child Protective Services investigations. Schedule hours are primarily 8a-5p, Monday - Friday with occasional weekend and after-hours projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Play a critical part by helping clients as a strong and effective advocate for our clients handling all aspects of family law, such as divorce, child custody and child support.

Requirements:

  • 2-5 years family law experience
  • Active member of State Bar
  • Juris Doctorate
  • Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus but not required.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time
  • Bonuses, Bar Dues, CLEs, Personal Referral Bonuses
  • Invaluable industry knowledge and mentoring

What We'll Bring

  • During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
  • A work environment built on teamwork, service, and respect
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
  • Generous paid holidays, paid sick time and vacation
  • Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, eldercare, and more
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401k
  • Invaluable industry knowledge and mentoring
  • Promotion opportunities and training in career path
  • Invaluable industry knowledge and mentoring

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
  • Must be able to travel to offsite assignments

Belonging at Bailey & Galyen

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace and celebrate diverse perspectives and value unique individual contributions and experiences. We believe each team member has an important role in the ongoing success of the firm. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. We foster a culture of belonging, mutual respect, teamwork, and empowerment.

Bailey & Galyen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Family Law Paralegal
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 2 days ago

SMITH | STRONG, PLC

Family Law & Litigation Paralegal and Client Services Specialist Position (Vets Welcome!)

(West End of Richmond, VA)

Thank you for your interest in the Family Law & Litigation Paralegal and Client Services Specialist Position with Smith Strong, PLC, a family law and estate planning firm (divorce, custody, estate planning matters, estate litigation) headquartered in Richmond at 8411 Patterson Avenue, Henrico, VA at the intersection of Patterson and Parham. This job is not for everyone, however, it will be the "perfect" job for someone. We are losing our wonderful staff member as he leaves to attend law school.

Start Date: As soon as we find the perfect person [so that can be right away, or if your current employer needs more time, we'll work with you and train you thoroughly.]

Description: We need a self-starter. We need someone that is disciplined and can execute a busy schedule with ease, and thrives on the pace of a busy law office. We also need someone that is independent and can run with a project until it is completed, problem solved. Solutions oriented candidates are welcome. You will work, each weekday, with the following people: current clients, past clients, potential clients, referral sources, attorneys, court staff, paralegals. You must love the telephone and email as many of the tasks for this position center around communicating (well) to people over the phone and by email. You will work directly for a family law and litigation attorney (learn more about the firm at ).

Work Days: 8:30 to 5:00 (business hours) Monday-Friday

Pay: $25.00 to 35.00+/hour, with benefits (healthcare, retirement, continuing education), year-end bonuses beginning at $4,500.00 and up. (higher hourly rates available for highly qualified candidates, certainly rapid pay increases and bonuses for the selected candidate.)

Dress: Professional, polished look. No casual Fridays, but we take incredible lunch adventures on occasion, so, most people also keep sneakers in their trunk, just in case. We are taking the whole firm from 3-5PM for an outing this Friday, you just never know.

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly organized. Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required. Without a college degree, experience such as office manager, assistant, former military, sales positions, law firm, or corporate professional encouraged. Computer proficient, of course. Personable. Welcoming. Punctual. Dependable. Very comfortable writing, editing and ensuring details are just right. Eager to learn. Eager to help clients. LOVES TO BE BUSY. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage a variety of tasks from a variety of different sources (clients, courts, staff).

About the Job: Please note below a detailed description of tasks:

Interaction with new and current clients, weekly huddles with our entire family law team, so you are trained when you start and support continues each week.

Daily work will involve live scheduling, extensive email follow up & phone reminders, phone response to inquiries, responding to billing questions, communication with the public, and generally keeping clients happy and informed about the progress of their case by interacting with clients in a consistently helpful, informative, and positive manner. Preparing detailed pleadings and discovery (we'll train you). Meeting with attorney and clients to prepare family law and litigation cases. Attending those hearings as you desire for training purposes.

Administrative tasks:

Specifically, work will involve coordinating meetings for attorney and other paralegals, preparing trial notebooks, sending out periodic mailings, organizing pleadings and dictations, organizing client files, calling court clerks, following up with referrals, assisting with case preparation, and other duties as assigned.

Incredible opportunity to work directly with our family law and litigation team.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, [optional: references and unofficial transcript]

via USPS (snail mail) and email to hvansmith[at]smithstrong[dot]com

Email hvansmith[at]smithstrong[dot]com must follow these instructions:

1) SUBJECT LINE MUST SAY: "I'D LOVE TO WORK FOR YOU."

2) ATTACH A DETAILED COVER LETTER OUTLINING WHY YOU ARE THE PERFECT CANDIDATE.

3) ATTACH A RESUME

4) OPTIONAL, but strongly encouraged: REFERENCES FROM PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS

Please do not call regarding this position until after 2 weeks from date of submission 8 and ask for Van Smith, you may email as a follow-up to confirm receipt as well. We will keep our inquiry confidential.

Please also mail your application to this exact address:

SMITH STRONG, PLC

PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL

ATTN: H. VAN SMITH, ESQ

8411 Patterson Ave Ste A

Henrico, VA 23229

Please note your application will remain confidential from your current employer.

We will respect confidentiality with the utmost care.

We will be flexible on the start date for the right candidate, but also based on your current employer needs too.

If you've scheduled a summer vacation, don't worry, that's fine, we offer 3-4 weeks off a year!

You will be trained for 4 weeks, if needed, so don't worry!

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Corporate Attorney
🏒 LHH
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 2 days ago

M&A Attorney

An AMLaw 100 firm is seeking an associate to join its globally ranked Mergers & Acquisitions team in its Washington, D.C. or Richmond, Virginia office. Ideal candidates will primarily have 2 to 7 years of experience in private merger and acquisition transactions, public mergers and acquisitions, securities law and corporate governance matters.

Here's what makes this opportunity unique:

  • Recognized as a leading M&A practice by Chambers USA, The Legal 500 and S&P Global Market Intelligence and as a Tier 1 Corporate Law practice by U.S. News Best Law Firms
  • Opportunity to work on M&A matters across a range of industries including energy, financial services, manufacturing, real estate, retail/consumer products and technology
  • Named Client Service A-Team, Client Service 30, "Best of the Best" and "Leaders of the Best" for their Commitment to Help, Innovative Approach and Legal Skills
  • Competitive salary ($235,000 to $390,000)

For more information, please contact:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

β€’ The California Fair Chance Act

β€’ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance]

β€’ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

β€’ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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International Private Client Adviser (US Based) - Canadian Clients
Salary not disclosed
Arlington, Virginia 3 days ago

Calling all financial professionals who hold a CFA Level 1 or above and are looking for a sales focused role! As a Private Client Adviser
- Inside Sales, you will engage over the phone with high-net-worth individuals throughout Canada who have expressed interest in Fisher Investments.

Take advantage of our well-defined promotion opportunities where qualified leads are provided and there is no cold calling.

Join our privately held, multi-billion-dollar, global investment firm to put our clients first and better the investment universe.

The Opportunity: You will be supported by a dedicated team that provides sales support, client service, marketing, research and more.

You will report to the Inside Sales Manager who will make sure you have the training and resources to experience success.

This is an in-office job located in Plano, TX.

The Day-to-Day:Be the voice of Fisher Investments to prospective Canadian clientsReview prospects' personal financial situation and provide solutionsHelp qualified Canadian private investors become clients of Fisher InvestmentsPartake in ongoing training in advanced phone sales techniques, finance, capital markets and portfolio managementNo travel required as this position is focused on phone-based sales or virtual connectionsYour Qualifications:2+ years experience working in financial servicesCFA (at least Level 1 passed) and 24 months portfolio management experience within the last 5 yearsBachelor's degreeMulti-year track record of successSuccess persuading and educating prospectsCompensation:This role offers uncapped performance-based compensationWhy Fisher Investments: We work for a bigger purpose: bettering the investment universe.

We take great pride in our inclusive culture, our learning and development framework customized for every employee, and our Great Place to Work Certification.

It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and we invest in them by offering exceptional benefits like:100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for you and your qualifying dependentsA 50% 401(k) match, up to the IRS maximum20 days of PTO, plus 10 paid holidays Family Support programs including 8 week Paid Primary Caregiver Leave, $10,000 fertility, family forming, and hormonal health assistance, and back-up child, adult, and elder careFISHER INVESTMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Trust and Estate Attorney
🏒 Stealth
Salary not disclosed

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.
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Legal Assistant
🏒 Rees Broome, PC
Salary not disclosed
Tysons Corner, Virginia 1 week ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to support a busy practice group currently consisting of three attorneys and two paralegals. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals
  • Communicate regularly with clients, including participation in client meetings and document signings
  • Assist with document preparation, proofreading, filing, and organization
  • Manage deadlines and maintain accurate records and files
  • Serve as a notary witness for document execution (or willingness to obtain notary commission)
  • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant (law firm experience preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent proofreading skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Strong customer service skills and a personable, professional demeanor
  • Willingness to obtain a notary commission and participate in client signings

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on client interaction, takes pride in precision, and enjoys supporting a collaborative legal team.

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Settlement Regional Attorney
🏒 RGS Title, LLC
Salary not disclosed

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

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Associate General Counsel
🏒 Larson Maddox
Salary not disclosed
Tysons Corner, Virginia 1 week ago

A dynamic and well‐capitalized company is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to join its in‐house legal team. This role will serve as a key advisor on a broad range of corporate matters, with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracting, and general corporate governance. You will work closely with business leaders across multiple functions to support strategic initiatives and ongoing operational needs.

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an ABA‐accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
  • 6+ years of broad corporate legal experience, including significant exposure to M&A transactions
  • Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements and service agreements
  • Working knowledge of corporate governance, entity management, and corporate compliance requirements
  • Experience supporting restructurings, reorganizations, or similar corporate transactions
  • Familiarity with employment law issues, including offer letters, separations, and policy review
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication abilities with comfort advising cross‐functional teams
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously in a fast‐paced environment

Job Responsibilities

  • Support all stages of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, drafting and negotiation of transaction documents, closing coordination, and post‐closing integration
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, service agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts
  • Advise on corporate governance matters including board materials, resolutions, entity maintenance, and compliance
  • Assist with internal reorganizations, restructurings, and related corporate transactions
  • Provide legal guidance on employment matters such as offer letters, separations, policies, and compliance with applicable laws
  • Support cross‐functional teams-including finance, HR, operations, and strategy-on general corporate and contractual matters
  • Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized issues as needed
  • Assist senior leadership in evaluating legal risk and supporting long‐term strategic initiatives
  • Report to the General Counsel

Culture & Compensation

  • DMV-based role with hybrid flexibility
  • Collaborative and growth‐minded environment with a strong appreciation for work‐life balance
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company‐paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous paid time off and company‐recognized holidays
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Commercial Litigation Attorney - Counsel/Junior Partner
🏒 Offit Kurman
Salary not disclosed
Tysons Corner, Virginia 1 week ago

Counsel or Junior Partner – Commercial Litigation (Tysons Corner or Bethesda)

Offit Kurman, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a senior commercial litigation attorney at the Counsel or Junior Partner level to join our Tysons Corner, VA or Bethesda, MD office.

This is a lead-litigator role designed for an attorney seeking meaningful responsibility and autonomy. The attorney will take over and run commercial litigation matters delegated by senior partners, serve as day-to-day lead counsel on cases, and supervise junior attorneys as needed. Senior partners will remain available for high-level strategy, but this role requires someone comfortable fully owning files.

The ideal candidate has approximately 10–20+ years of experience, can independently manage matters from inception through resolution, and is confident taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and handling trial work a few times per year.

Requirements:

β€’ Substantial commercial litigation experience with demonstrated ability to run cases independently

β€’ Active Virginia bar admission required (DC and/or MD a plus)

β€’ A small portable book of business (approximately $200K+)

Why Offit Kurman:

β€’ A national platform with strong cross-selling opportunities

β€’ A structured business development program with training, coaching, and accountability

β€’ Competitive compensation aligned with experience, productivity, and growth

If you are a seasoned commercial litigator looking for a role where you can lead matters, be trusted with responsibility, and grow within a supportive platform, we welcome a confidential conversation.

Agencies should contact Leigh Novack directly prior to submitting candidates.

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Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 1 week ago

About the Company: We're partnering with a respected, well-run personal injury firm in Virginia that has built a strong reputation for trying real casesβ€”and for not burning out their attorneys in the process.

About the Role: This role is for a litigation attorney who wants real ownership of cases, real courtroom exposure, and a team that actually supports the work (not just talks about it). You'll step into an established docket, work with experienced paralegal support, and join a group that values quality advocacy over volume churn. If you've been feeling boxed in, overloaded, or stuck in a role that's more about survival than growth, this is the kind of move that's worth a quiet conversation. All conversations are handled with strict confidentiality. Exploring this role does not put you "on the market," and nothing will be shared without your explicit permission.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle personal injury cases from filing through trial
  • Conduct discovery, depositions, mediations, and motion practice
  • Prepare cases for trial and assist with courtroom proceedings
  • Draft pleadings and legal documents
  • Maintain clear communication with clients and internal teams

Qualifications:

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in Virginia
  • Minimum of 4 years of personal injury litigation experience
  • Strong litigation, organization, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage deadlines and multiple cases effectively

Required Skills: Strong litigation, organization, and communication skills

Preferred Skills: Ability to manage deadlines and multiple cases effectively

This firm offers: Reputable firm with consistent case volume, in-person environment with mentorship and collaboration, professional growth and long-term stability, strong support staff and resources.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Primary Talent Source partners with equal opportunity employers and supports inclusive hiring. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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In-House Counsel
🏒 ProspectBlue
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 1 week ago

Professional Liability Insurance Defense In-House Counsel Needed

In-House Claims Counsel | Richmond, Virginia

Position Overview

Our client, a nationally recognized leader in the specialty insurance market, is seeking a motivated attorney with 2–3 years of professional liability or related litigation experience to join its in-house legal team in Richmond, Virginia.

This Claims Counsel role offers a unique opportunity to transition from traditional law firm practice into a strategic, business-facing legal position. The attorney will work closely with experienced claims and legal professionals handling healthcare professional liability, directors & officers (D&O), and employment practices liability matters.

This position is ideal for a litigation associate looking to deepen expertise in insurance law, claims strategy, and risk evaluation within a stable and highly respected organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage professional liability claims from intake through resolution
  • Analyze insurance policies and evaluate coverage positions
  • Partner with outside defense counsel to develop litigation strategy
  • Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
  • Assess liability and damages exposure and provide risk analysis
  • Communicate effectively with insureds, brokers, and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active law license in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction)
  • 2–3 years of litigation experience, preferably in:
  • Medical malpractice
  • Employment law
  • Professional liability
  • Insurance defense or personal injury
  • Strong analytical, writing, and issue-spotting skills
  • Sound judgment and ability to manage multiple matters efficiently
  • Interest in developing expertise in specialty insurance and claims management

Why Consider This Opportunity

  • Direct mentorship from senior claims attorneys and industry leaders
  • Structured training in insurance coverage and claims evaluation
  • Meaningful responsibility early in your in-house career
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Long-term career stability in a growing specialty insurance sector

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume to to begin the confidential submission process.

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Personal Injury Associate Attorney (No Experience Needed)
🏒 Orion Placement
Salary not disclosed

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
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Estate Litigation Associate Attorney
Salary not disclosed
Alexandria, Virginia 1 week ago
Estate Litigation Associate Attorney

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.

About Speedwell Law

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.

Core Values

Our culture is built around the following principles:

β€’ Warmth, friendliness, and responsiveness to clients

β€’ Simple solutions to complex problems

β€’ Provide uncommon value – strive for excellence and exceed expectations

β€’ Boutique feel and seamless client experience

β€’ Meet clients where they are

We are looking for attorneys who genuinely embody these values.

Responsibilities

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

β€’ Contested wills

β€’ Trust disputes

β€’ Fiduciary misconduct and breach of duty

β€’ Executor and trustee disputes

β€’ Related civil litigation matters

Responsibilities include:

β€’ Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda

β€’ Conducting legal research and case analysis

β€’ Managing discovery and document review

β€’ Taking and defending depositions

β€’ Appearing at hearings and mediations

β€’ Working with clients through emotionally sensitive disputes

β€’ Collaborating with the firm's estate planning and administration teams

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

Qualifications

Required

β€’ Active membership in the Virginia State Bar (or admission pending)

β€’ 3–5 years of civil litigation experience

β€’ Strong legal research and writing ability

β€’ Excellent organizational and case management skills

β€’ Ability to explain complex legal concepts in simple, clear language

Preferred

β€’ Experience with probate, trust, or fiduciary litigation

β€’ Deposition and hearing experience

β€’ Strong motion practice experience

Compensation and Benefits

β€’ Salary range: $140,000 – $170,000, depending on experience

β€’ Performance-based bonuses

β€’ Health Insurance

β€’ 5% 401(k) match

β€’ Predictable and sustainable workload

β€’ Meaningful courtroom experience

β€’ 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.

What We Look For in Candidates

We value attorneys who demonstrate:

β€’ Strong litigation instincts

β€’ Clear and persuasive writing

β€’ Professional judgment

β€’ Reliability and follow-through

β€’ Warmth and empathy with clients

β€’ Commitment to excellence

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

Application Materials

Please submit the following through LinkedIn:

β€’ Resume

β€’ Writing sample (motion, brief, or legal memorandum preferred)

β€’ 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.

Interview Process

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

β€’ Wind

β€’ How a refrigerator works

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

To Apply

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

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Litigation Attorney
Salary not disclosed
Richmond, Virginia 1 week ago

We are a Civil Litigation Defense Law Firm. Our mission is focused on a slow and sustainable growth process to create a diverse working environment while remaining sensitive to the needs of our employees and their families. Kiernan Trebach has become respected for our effective defense of clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to individuals and small business owners. We take pride in knowing our clients, understanding what they want, and exceeding their expectations.

We are seeking a new Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of Civil Litigation Defense to join our team. Your role will be to defend a variety of Civil matters in our growing Richmond, VA practice.

What You Will Do:

Defend a Variety of Civil Litigation Defense matters including:

  • General Liability
  • Personal Injury
  • Product Liability
  • Professional Liability

What You Will Bring:

Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills:

  • Juris Doctorate Degree
  • Experience with Insurance Defense clients.
  • Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions and trial preparation is preferred.
  • The ability to work independently from suit inception to settlement/trial is preferred.

Required Education & Licensure:

  • Active Virginia Bar License (Required).
  • Being able to waive into other Bars and having multiple bars is ideal, however, we are willing to consider candidates with only one bar.

Why You'll Love Us:

At Kiernan Trebach LLP, we commit our talents and energy to continue a decades-long practice devoted to defense litigation and counseling the Firm's clients on issues that affect their potential for litigation. Kiernan Trebach represents clients on a national basis, and maintains twelve offices in nine states plus the District of Columbia, with local presence in several others. Our lawyers have appeared in the courts of over 35 states and territories.

We offer the following benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing
  • Medical Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Holiday Pay
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Flexible Schedules

DEI Statement:

Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.

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Civil Litigation Associate Attorney
🏒 Robert Half
Salary not disclosed
Fairfax, Virginia 1 week ago

We are currently partnering with a boutique civil litigation firm in Northern Virginia to hire a junior associate. The ideal candidate will have 1–3+ years of civil litigation experience, including first chair trial experience, and a strong desire to continue building courtroom skills. This role involves direct client interaction, substantive legal work, and opportunities for early responsibility on active litigation matters. This is a hybrid role with 1-2 days a week required in the office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including:
  • Legal research and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
  • Conducting written and oral discovery
  • Managing case files and deadlines
  • Preparing witnesses and evidence for hearings and trial
  • Appear in Virginia state courts for motions, hearings, and trials
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
  • Participate in strategy development and case assessment with partners
  • Support senior attorneys on complex matters while independently managing assigned cases

Required Qualifications

  • Active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar
  • 1–3+ years of civil litigation experience, first chair trial experience required
  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Confidence in courtroom settings and a desire to develop as a trial attorney
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‐paced environment
  • A proactive, team‐oriented mindset suitable for a boutique firm setting
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