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Litigation Associate Attorney (Toxic Torts Defense)

Willcox Savage

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Norfolk, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The associate will support active litigation in state and federal courts by assisting with all phases of the legal process, including discovery, depositions, and trials. Responsibilities also include drafting motions and briefs, as well as maintaining direct contact with clients.

Qualifications

Willcox Savage is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with one to three years of experience to join their Toxic Torts Defense practice. Key qualifications include a JD degree, an active State Bar license, and experience in preparing for state and federal court cases. Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Job Description

Willcox Savage, one of Virginia’s leading law firms, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney (one to three years of experience) to join our active and growing Toxic Torts Defense practice in Norfolk, Virginia. This attorney will support active litigation in state and federal courts throughout the country as part of our national practice. .    Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
  • Hands-on drafting: dispositive motions, discovery motions, briefs.
  • Take and defend depositions with partner support.
  • Argue motions commensurate with experience.
  • Support case preparation for state and federal proceedings.
  • Direct client contact and responsibility for discrete workstreams.
Qualifications
  • JD degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active State Bar license.
  • One to three years of litigation experience preferred.
  • Experience preparing for federal and state court cases.
  • Experience drafting and managing pleadings, briefs, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
  • Detail-oriented, good communicator with strong writing and organizational skills.
  • Asbestos and/or talc litigation experience is preferred, but not a prerequisite.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and bonus potential.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

Willcox Savage

From key transactions to high-stakes litigation, quality work is our hallmark and superior client service is our calling. We listen. We take ownership of problems, allowing clients to transfer to us the anxiety, uncertainty, and distraction inherent in complex legal matters. Our energetic, forward-thinking approach allows local, national, and international clients to build advantage, solve conflicts and capitalize on opportunities. Focused on the future, our attorneys remain committed to delivering practical, solution-driven guidance since 1895. For more information please visit www.willcoxsavage.com.
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