About this opportunity
Stone Legal Recruitment lists this Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation / Insurance Defense opportunity in richmond, va, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
A well-established Mid-Atlantic litigation firm is seeking Associate Attorneys to join its growing Richmond, Virginia practice. This role offers hands-on litigation experience, regular courtroom exposure, direct mentorship from experienced litigators, and a clear path toward managing increasingly sophisticated matters as your practice grows.
The practice includes a broad range of civil litigation matters, including:
Personal Injury Defense
Premises Liability
Auto & Transportation Litigation
General Liability
Products Liability
Commercial Litigation
Insurance Defense
We are moving efficiently and can typically take candidates from first conversation to decision within approximately two weeks.
Responsibilities
Manage an active litigation docket from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses
Take and defend depositions
Participate in mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
Appear in Virginia State and Federal Courts
Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals
Develop litigation strategy alongside experienced partners and trial attorneys
Handle increasing levels of responsibility as experience grows
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Virginia Bar license required
Maryland and/or DC Bar admission is a plus, but not required
2+ years of civil litigation experience, though more senior candidates will be considered
Insurance defense experience preferred but not required
Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
Experience drafting motions and handling discovery
Deposition experience preferred
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
Desire to develop as a courtroom advocate and litigator
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary generally ranging from $95,000–$150,000+ , depending on experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Annual incentives beginning at 1,850 billable hours
Additional bonus opportunities tied to productivity
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k)
Flexible work arrangements, including on-site, hybrid, and remote options depending on experience and team needs
This is a litigation-heavy, trial-oriented platform designed for attorneys seeking substantial responsibility, meaningful courtroom experience, and long-term career growth within one of the Mid-Atlantic's leading insurance defense firms.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Who can apply
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