Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build real courtroom experience with meaningful responsibility and client exposure
• Join a respected, collaborative litigation team with strong mentorship and growth runway
• Work on diverse, high-quality matters across civil and business litigation
• Clear path for advancement, including consideration for senior associate or partner-track roles
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
• Hybrid flexibility that respects both teamwork and autonomy

Location

Hybrid role based in Leesburg, Virginia, combining in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely as appropriate.

Note

This role requires at least 3+ years of civil litigation experience with a reputable law firm, including first- or second-chair experience in court; in-house-only backgrounds will not be considered.

About Us

We are a well-established, Northern Virginia–based law firm known for practical strategy, strong advocacy, and trusted client relationships. Our attorneys work across a wide range of litigation and business matters, offering exposure to sophisticated cases and real responsibility early on. We value professionalism, collegiality, and long-term growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a broad range of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings in Virginia courts
• Take and defend depositions and manage discovery strategy
• Appear in court, including hearings and trials, as first or second chair
• Work directly with clients to develop case strategy and deliver results
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys across practice areas

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Virginia Bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience with a law firm
• First- or second-chair litigation experience in Virginia courts
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be trusted with real responsibility, supported by experienced litigators, and given room to grow your practice. The culture is collegial, professional, and low-ego, with attorneys who value quality work, flexibility, and long-term career development.

JPC-1285

Benefits:

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

Requirements: Must-have: VA bar license. 3+ yrs litigation exp. 1st or 2nd chair experience. No in-house attorneys. Solo attys are fine.

• Nice to haves:

• Preferred Years as Associate: 3+

• Additional context: Relocation- [no]. Packages - [no]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 3–4 years relevant experience: $140,000 – $155,000

• 5–6 years relevant experience: $155,000 – $170,000

• 7+ years or senior associate level: $170,000 – $180,000+

Submission Email: Lawrence - lmcclafferty@mccandlaw.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Northern Virginia law firm seeking a 3+ year litigation associate. Role includes motions, discovery, depositions, and court appearances. Hybrid, growth-oriented, strong litigation bench.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Litigation Associate Attorney - McCandlish Lillard - JPC- 1285 - Source

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• Client job title: Litigation Associate Attorney

• Location: Leesburg, VA

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