Litigation Associate Attorney

1-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, ., is seeking a dynamic Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate should possess outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school, strong writing skills, and must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in. Appellate litigation experience is required, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist in trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit organization, and case strategy development.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings as required.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates to analyze and develop case strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar or eligibility for waive-in.
• 2-3 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Appellate litigation experience, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Current member of the District of Columbia Bar or eligible to waive in.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Case analysis and strategy development.
• Trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.
• Client communication and relationship management.
• Team collaboration and coordination.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Time management and prioritization.

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