Virginia Licensed Workers Comp Associate

Job Summary

Managing a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, the full-time Virginia Licensed Workers Comp Associate will provide strategic legal counsel, represent clients in court and arbitrations, and perform extensive legal research and drafting.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct legal analysis of claims and causes of action while managing deadlines and assignments independently
• Draft substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and respond to discovery requests, collaborating closely with partners and clients
• Represent clients in court, at arbitrations, and in depositions, preparing for trials and retaining expert witnesses as needed

Required qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Virginia; additional bar admissions are a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant practice group
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with administrative proceedings, depositions, and mediations