Associate

About the Role

A plaintiff's personal injury law firm handling cases in Maryland and the District of Columbia is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of personal injury experience. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, writing, and oral advocacy skills and a desire to produce high-quality legal work.

Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research
• Drafting lawsuits, discovery responses, motions, oppositions, memoranda, and briefs
• Meeting with clients
• Taking and defending depositions
• Arguing motions
• Assisting with and trying cases
• Managing case files and deadlines
• Communicating effectively with clients and other legal professionals

Requirements

• 3-5 years of personal injury experience required
• Must be admitted to the Maryland Bar
• Admitted to the DC Bar or willing to obtain admission (preferred)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and organizational skills
• Deposition and litigation experience
• Trial advocacy experience preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, energy, and a good sense of humor
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Pay

Compensation will be determined based on experience.

Work Location: Hybrid in Lanham, MD