Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $95,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected Virginia law firm with a strong reputation for litigation, client service, and professional integrity.
• Work on challenging, high-level civil litigation matters with experienced attorneys who value mentorship and professional development.
• Build meaningful courtroom, case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and client-facing experience.
• Be part of a collaborative team where attorneys are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package and a firm culture that values both excellent legal work and community involvement.

Location: This position is based in Charlottesville, VA and is primarily on-site. We are looking for someone who wants to be an active part of the local office, team, and community.

Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Virginia and have 2+ years of civil litigation experience.

About Us

We are a well-established Virginia law firm representing clients across a wide range of business, litigation, and personal legal matters. Our attorneys are known for thoughtful advocacy, strong ethics, and practical solutions to complex legal issues. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a wide range of civil litigation matters from case development through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, discovery responses, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide thoughtful analysis on case strategy and client matters.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Work closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and staff to move cases forward efficiently.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties in a professional and responsive manner.
• Support complex litigation strategy while continuing to develop your own litigation skills and judgment.
• Contribute to a professional, team-oriented environment that values integrity, hard work, and client service.

Qualifications

• Virginia Bar license required.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience required.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience with pleadings, discovery, motions, hearings, depositions, or trial preparation.
• Ability to work well with attorneys, staff, clients, and outside parties.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment.
• Hardworking, energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality legal work.
• Interest in challenging litigation matters and long-term professional growth.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will work with respected attorneys on meaningful litigation matters.
• You will gain hands-on experience while being supported by a collaborative team.
• You will join a firm that values attorney development, professionalism, and ethical practice.
• You will have the opportunity to build your career in a strong Virginia legal market.
• You will receive competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development support.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: VA bar license, 2+ yrs litigation exp

• Nice to haves:

• Additional context: Relocation- [Yes]. Packages - [Yes]

• Salary Bands:

  • 2 to 3 years civil litigation: $95k to $105k

  • 4 to 5 years civil litigation: $105k to $120k

  • 5+ years / very strong litigation background: $120k to $130k+

Submission Email: Name / Liz - [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Charlottesville law firm seeking a VA-licensed Litigation Associate with 2 to 5 years of civil litigation experience. Role is primarily on-site and focused on civil litigation, including drafting, discovery, motions, hearings, and trial preparation. Strong fit for someone coming from a Virginia litigation firm who wants long-term growth in a respected regional law firm.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Civil Litigation Associate Attorney - Flora Pettit PC - JPC 974 - Source

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• Client job title: Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

• Location: Charlottesville, VA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 2

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Litigation Associate, Civil Litigation Attorney, Associate Attorney, Trial Attorney, Commercial Litigation Associate, Insurance Defense Attorney, General Liability Attorney, Virginia Bar, Discovery, Motion Practice, Depositions

• # of hires needed: 1

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