Overview
An organization is seeking an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in Virginia courts and handle first-party insurance defense matters. This position is part of the Staff Counsel team located in Richmond, VA, and offers a remote work option.
Responsibilities
- Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
- Provide opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
- Prepare and manage pleadings, motions, and discovery processes
- Conduct depositions, examinations before trial, and examinations under oath
- Defend assigned matters through trial or dispositive hearings as applicable
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
- Admission to and good standing with the Virginia Bar
- 2 to 6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
- Ability to meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
- Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, meetings, and conferences
- Strong written communication skills to document files clearly and professionally
- Ability to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts, and manage multiple priorities
- Capacity to learn and apply extensive technical and procedural information
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in civil litigation
- Insurance defense-related litigation experience
- Professional communication skills in person, by telephone, and in written correspondence
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual salary range: $104,550.00 - $162,975.00
- Final salary offer depends on role scope, candidate experience, education, work location, and market considerations
- Comprehensive benefits program supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being
- 401(k) savings plan with 6% match, vested from day one
- Performance and recognition-based incentives
- Tuition assistance
- Access to mental healthcare, fertility, and adoption assistance
- Flexible work arrangements, including the ability to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. for up to four weeks per year
Location
- Remote position with the team based in Richmond, Virginia
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status in compliance with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The organization maintains a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and intimidation, promoting mutual respect among all employees and applicants.