Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL) is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorne y in our Vienna VA office. The ideal candidate must have excellent writing and research abilities, and be comfortable taking and defending depositions, appearing in court, arguing motions, drafting pleadings, and managing deadlines.

DBL is a fast-growing, veteran-owned law firm with more than 70 outcome-focused attorneys advising and representing national and international legal matters.

Our firm offers a depth of knowledge without sacrificing the high touch service our client’s demand. Our attorneys hail from the most respected law schools, big law , and a variety of diverse backgrounds.

In addition to former military, government agency, and corporate experience, the partners at DBL average more than twenty years of high-level relevant legal experience.

Job Requirements :

• The ideal candidate will have experience with all aspects of litigation, including briefing and motions practice, taking depositions, working with experts, patent office proceedings, trial proceedings, etc.
• Represent the interests of clients in litigations in state courts, a federal court, or a federal administrative agency.
• Supervise and conduct complex legal research and analysis.
• Capable of day-to-day case management.
• Collaborate in case strategy discussions.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Communicate and work with local counsel.

Qualifications :

• We seek individuals who are driven, possess a desire to develop and invest in their careers and the Firm, and demonstrate superior client service skills.
• Litigation experience preferred but not required.
• MUST have courtroom experience in Fairfax County and NOVA area.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• MUST be admitted to the Virginia State Bar.
• Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
• Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Candidates applying should have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits :

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD)
• Quarterly performance bonus program
• 401(K) with matching
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Flexible and Hybrid schedules
• Reasonable hourly requirements for a healthy life balance

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or military status, physical or mental disability status, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

DBL participates in E-Verify.

Official Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Company

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