Associate Attorney, Fairfax, VA

Overview

Application Deadline: 5 November 2026

Department: Legal – Attorney

Location: Remote

Compensation: $105,000 / year

This role supports a consumer protection practice representing consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. The position involves broad responsibilities and exposure to a range of consumer protection matters, including transactional and civil litigation.

Associate Attorney (Virginia)

The organization is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its practice in Virginia.

Please note: Candidates must be located in or within a commutable distance to Fairfax, Virginia to be considered for this role.

Because the firm’s headquarters are in New York, this position requires communication with the main office exclusively via telephone and electronic means (email, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and supervise a heavy and diversified caseload of firm clients in Virginia.
• Communicate with clients regarding their respective matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Review and draft agreements.
• Communicate with opposing parties to resolve and/or settle claims.
• Conduct legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
• Work from home while being required to travel for in-court appearances.

Requirements

• Must be currently admitted to practice law in Virginia.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with senior management and employees at all levels.
• Strong legal research skills (LexisNexis proficiency is a plus).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in LexisNexis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with expertise and previous experience.
• Training and guidance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) benefits with employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

Location / Work Authorization

• Remote role with travel required for in-court appearances.
• This firm participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States.