Associate Attorney - Entry Level
About The Position
Blaszkow Legal, PLLC is a premier and established Virginia personal injury law firm, with offices in Alexandria, Richmond, and Lancaster Co., Va. We litigate personal injury and insurance claims in both the state and federal courts in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. We are a small, but aggressive, tech-savvy team focused on OUTSIDE THE BOX solutions that optimize client recoveries. We handle a full range of cases involving modest value to major seven-figure cases, and our client-centric approach in every case keeps the five star reviews coming in on a regular basis. We are looking for an excellent candidate to join our team as an Associate Attorney. A law school degree and Virginia Bar membership are required (you must have passed the Bar, and be scheduled to be/already sworn in). The ideal candidate will have excellent research and writing skills, ability to multi-task and handle deadlines without constant supervision, and be possessed of good interpersonal skills. Job duties will include all aspects of case management, including client intake, case investigation and preparation, case evaluation, drafting pleadings, discovery and deposition work, motions practice, and handling trials. A strong desire to advocate on behalf of our clients is a must. This is a full time position, that could occasionally entail weekend and evening work. Additionally, this position will involve mentoring and guiding less-experienced associates through various aspects of personal injury work, including case evaluation, negotiations, and litigation.
Requirements
- Virginia Bar admission required
- Familiarity with civil procedure
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to build rapport with clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Law school degree
- Virginia Bar membership
Nice To Haves
- Ability to multi-task and handle deadlines without constant supervision
- Possessed of good interpersonal skills
- Strong desire to advocate on behalf of our clients
Responsibilities
- Actively review cases in pre-litigation, ensuring that medical records are being received and investigations are complete
- Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, other staff members, etc.
- Evaluate cases, including determining potential for resolution and need for litigation
- Represent clients in circuit and general district court proceedings
- Draft pleadings, discovery, motions
- Negotiate settlements for clients
- Administrative and other management functions related to the practice of law
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- PTO
- BCBS health insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Professional development budget (including the payment of CLEs, VTLA dues, etc)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
