Associate Litigation Attorney

Recruiter

Rockville, MD

Associate Litigation Attorney

Attorney

1-5 yrs required

No

A law firm seeks an associate litigation attorney in Rockville, MD, to manage insurance defense matters from evaluation through judgment or appeal. The role involves representing clients in Maryland and DC courts, collaborating with trial teams, and contributing to a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion.

Duties

• Oversee cases from inception to resolution, including appellate work.

• Draft pleadings, legal memoranda, opinion letters, and correspondence.

• Conduct discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.

• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and experts to develop a case strategy.

• Negotiate settlements and prepare agreement terms.

Requirements

• Admission to the Maryland bar; DC bar admission or eligibility preferred.

• Minimum of two years’ litigation experience or judicial clerkship.

• Demonstrated legal research and writing proficiency.

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

• Organized team player capable of independent work.

Education

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

Certifications

• Maryland bar membership.

• DC bar membership or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Advanced legal research and drafting.

• Effective oral advocacy in court settings.

• Strategic case management and organization.

• Collaborative teamwork and client counseling.