Litigation Associate

Williams Mullen is seeking a litigation associate with 3-5 years' experience to join our successful litigation group in our Richmond, VA office. This is a great opportunity for an associate who seeks a positive career trajectory, direct client interaction, business development experience, significant responsibility on complex matters, and a chance to work closely with senior partners on a fast-paced team. Job Requirements: 3-5 years' experience managing a case load from inception through to trial and litigation experience in State and/or Federal Court including deposition, drafting motions, discovery requests, and trial preparation and support. Knowledge or experience with economics, marketplace trends, business strategy or other business acumen. Ideal candidates will demonstrate aptitude to strategically plan; strong negotiations skills; excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage time well. Must be meticulous with details and able to work effectively as part of a team while also being able to assume individual responsibility for client matters involving direct client interaction. Successful candidates will also possess a drive for excellence and have the resilience to take initiative to find creative solutions to complex needs. Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Superior academic credentials and entrepreneurial spirit highly preferred. Judicial clerks strongly preferred. Candidates must be currently licensed in Virginia, immediate waive into Virginia, or be a member of the bar in one or more US Jurisdictions and willing to sit for the Virginia bar. We value our associates? professional development and ensure there are plenty of firm resources dedicated to that pursuit. Associates regularly participate in bar associations, community activities and pro bono work, and Williams Mullen?s Business Development Team takes an active role in providing these important opportunities. Plus, Williams Mullen is a great place to work! At this time, Williams Mullen will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted. Interested candidates: To apply, please include a (1) cover letter (to Director of Attorney Recruiting), (2) resume, and (3) transcript. Williams Mullen is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, medical condition including pregnancy, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, marriage or parental status, sexual orientation, or Veteran?s status.

Practice Areas & Specialty

Litigation