Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Simms Showers LLP • Leesburg, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Simms Showers LLP is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney who desires to practice at a high level and integrate their faith meaningfully into their work. The firm's vision is to integrate faith into the practice of law with excellence, helping people and glorifying God. This is a mission-driven firm where shared faith shapes interactions and approaches to work and client service. The culture is intellectually rigorous and genuinely warm, with close collaboration and investment in professional and personal support for the team. This is a hands-on civil litigation position offering meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth. The associate will support plaintiffs and defendants in a broad range of civil and commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, business litigation, personal injury claims, and other complex matters. Working closely with experienced attorneys, the associate will assist in managing cases through all phases of litigation in state and federal courts, including legal research, motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. The role provides the opportunity to develop strong litigation skills while taking increasing ownership of case responsibilities and contributing to successful client outcomes. The work will span state and federal courts across Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, supported by a seasoned, accessible team invested in the associate's success, while also trusting them to take ownership of their cases.

Requirements

• 1+ years of civil litigation experience or clerkship experience
• Active bar admission in Virginia
• Demonstrated legal research and writing skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, clients and expert witnesses
• Ability to take ownership of assignment

Nice To Haves

• Desires their professional life to reflect their faith and is looking for a firm where that integration is both supported and expected.

Responsibilities

• Case strategy and client counseling
• Pleadings, discovery, and motions practice
• Depositions and witness preparation
• Negotiation and mediation
• Trial preparation and court appearances
• Legal research
• Motion practice
• Discovery
• Depositions
• Trial preparation
• Managing cases through all phases of litigation in state and federal courts

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Clear advancement tracks with partnership opportunity
• Significant retirement benefits including a 401(k) with 4% firm match, cash balance contributions and profit-sharing contributions
• Multiple health insurance options with the firm paying 75% of individual premiums for all plans and 60% of all family premiums

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level