Description:
We are a small AV® rated insurance defense litigation firm seeking to hire an energetic, motivated, and enthusiastic trial attorney to join our team in N. Bethesda/Rockville Maryland office . We practice primarily in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia. Attorneys interested in being considered for a non-exclusive “of counsel” relationship may also apply.Qualifications: A valid license to practice law w/1+ years of experience. Effective communication skills, strong writing and verbal skills, proficient understanding of legal concepts, terminology, and legal procedures, as well as excellent work ethic. Must be eager and willing to learn, have good technical abilities, people skills, attention to detail, analytical and organizational skills, critical thinking skills, ability to evaluate options and implement solutions, and possess a positive, friendly attitude. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, , manage time and complete tasks in a timely manner, prioritize tasks, take initiative to solve problems, and operate efficiently in a fast-paced litigation, deadline-oriented environment.
Duties include, among other things:
- Analyzing the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents to develop trial strategy.
- Advising clients concerning claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.
- Researching legal issues and drafting correspondence, pleadings, subpoenas, motions, discovery & other legal documents.
- Conducting pre-trial discovery.
- Drafting motions.
- Appearing in court, conducting depositions and questioning witnesses.
- Preparing for trial including document production, preparing exhibits and organization of materials.
- Managing the development and organization of large document production (through the use of tools
- Working knowledge of MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- While not necessary, marketing and obtaining clients is highly recommended.
- We offer a friendly, business casual atmosphere, collegial environment and a competitive compensation package based on experience with benefits (e.g., vacation/PTO, marching 401K, paid parking, bonus, origination incentives, health insurance options (dental & visual available.).
