Associate Attorney

Job Title: Associate Attorney Maryland & Virginia – Immediate need in Maryland 

 

Job Type: Full-time preferred, but part-time opportunities are possible.

 

Office Location:  Manassas, Virginia, but remote work options will be considered.

 

Company Description:

 

We are a multi-state law specializing in creditors’ rights litigation, collection litigation and landlord-tenant litigation. We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team to provide high-quality legal services to our clients in Virginia, Maryland and Georgia. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative and supportive environment, where they will be given opportunities to develop their skills and advance their careers.

Job Responsibilities:

The Associate Attorney will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

·        Represent clients in collection cases and landlord-tenant disputes in Virginia and Maryland

·        Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents

·        Appear in court and argue motions and present trials.

·        Conduct discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests, taking depositions, and preparing witnesses for depositions.

·        Communicate with clients, opposing counsels, courts and other parties.

·        Attend court hearings, trials, and mediations.

·        Maintain accurate and timely billing records.

Qualifications:

·        Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

·        Admission to the Virginia and/or Maryland bar.

·        1-3 years of experience practicing law, preferably in the areas of collections and landlord-tenant disputes.

·        Excellent legal research and writing skills.

·        Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·        Self-motivated and able to work independently.

·        Attention to detail and ability to multitask.

·        Ability to commute to Virginia and Maryland as needed.

·        We are accepting applications from licensed attorneys as well as recent law school graduates.

 

Salary and Benefits:

 

Salary will be commensurate with experience and ability. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

·        401(k) plan

·        Health insurance

·        Dental insurance

·        Paid time off

·        Continuing legal education requirements are paid by firm.

·        State licensure requirements paid by firm.

·        Professional association dues paid by firm.

·        Profit Sharing 
.

 

To Apply:

 

Please submit a cover letter and resume. 

To:          Hiring Partner

               7900 Sudley Road, Suite 608

               Manassas, VA 20109

               cal@harrisloftus.net

 

Hiring Manager

shannon@harrisloftus.net

 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.