About this opportunity
Mid-Atlantic Legal Recruiting, LLC lists this Contract Litigation Attorney - Remote opportunity in manassas, va, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Regional law firm focused on helping individuals and families through some of the most important transitions of their lives. Our attorneys are known for thoughtful counsel, strong advocacy, and a client-centered approach. We are adding an associate to our growing family law practice. The role can be based in Manassas or Leesburg, VA.
You will manage a family law caseload from intake through resolution, working closely with experienced partners while building direct client relationships. Matters include contested and uncontested divorce, custody and visitation, child and spousal support, equitable distribution, and related proceedings in Virginia’s Circuit and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts.
Responsibilities
Handle a caseload of divorce, custody, visitation, support, and property division matters
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, property settlement agreements, and custody agreements
Prepare for and appear at hearings, pendente lite proceedings, and trials in Circuit and J&DR courts
Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediation
Analyze financial disclosures, support guidelines, and marital vs. separate property issues
Draft and negotiate prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
Counsel clients with empathy and clear communication during emotionally difficult situations
Work with financial experts, custody evaluators, guardians ad litem, and opposing counsel
Qualifications
~ J.D. and active Virginia State Bar license in good standing
~(2–6) years of family law experience preferred; strong litigators from related practice areas considered
~ Courtroom experience, including hearings and evidentiary presentations
~ Familiarity with Virginia domestic relations statutes and support guidelines
~ Strong writing, negotiation, and organizational skills
~ Sound judgment, discretion, and a calm, compassionate demeanor with clients
What We Offer
Competitive salary range plus bonus
Health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with match
Mentorship from seasoned family law practitioners
Steady case flow with meaningful client contact and courtroom time
Collegial culture that supports work-life balance
EEO
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.