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Newport Williams lists this Litigation Associate opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Litigation Associate — Commercial Disputes
Washington, D.C.
About the Role
A well-established law firm with a national litigation practice is looking to add a mid-level Litigation Associate (roughly 4-6 years' experience) to its Commercial Litigation team in Washington, D.C. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes disputes alongside experienced trial counsel, with strong potential for mentorship and accelerated growth.
What You'll Do
Manage multiple phases of complex commercial litigation matters
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
Handle written discovery and take/defend depositions
Support trial preparation and, where applicable, trial presentation
Collaborate closely with senior attorneys on strategy and case management
Helpful (Not Required) Experience
Digital assets / cryptocurrency-related disputes
Corporate governance, shareholder, or partnership disputes
Insurance recovery matters, particularly representing policyholders
What We're Looking For
Admission to the D.C. Bar
Strong academic background and writing skills
Prior law firm or clerkship experience
Comfort with oral advocacy and independent case handling
Experience on both plaintiff- and defense-side matters is a plus
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, in line with market rates for D.C. commercial litigation associates at comparable firms.
Who can apply
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