Commercial Litigation Associate (Midlevel)

Venable LLP's Commercial Litigation DC/Virginia Group seeks a midlevel associate to join our team in the Washington, D.C. office.

Our team represents clients in a wide range of commercial litigation, whether the dispute is between private businesses, between a business and the government, or defending the business in a class action. The associate will be involved in all stages of litigation, from case development, discovery, and motion practice, to trial. The associate will have unparalleled opportunities to develop analytical and writing skills, hands-on litigation and courtroom skills, and team management skills, while gaining greater responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of experience in a law firm litigation practice and a strong interest in handling commercial disputes across a variety of industries and legal subject matters. The successful candidate is experienced at managing litigation workflow, including deadlines, filings, and multiple workstreams across matters. Strong legal writing and analytical skills, with experience drafting motions, briefs, and written discovery, is required. Candidates should have some deposition and large litigation experience as a midlevel associate. Dedication to professional development, a desire to work with and learn in a team setting, and excellent interpersonal skills is essential. Candidates must hold a juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to and in good standing with the D.C. Bar. Please include law school transcripts with submissions.

Venable LLP is an American Lawyer Global 100 law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Our lawyers and legislative advisors serve domestic and international clients in all areas of corporate and business law, complex litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and government affairs. Additional information can be found at Venable.com.

The salary range for associate positions is $215,000 to $355,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of job-related factors including, but not limited to, years of related experience, level of education, skills, credentials and certifications, responsibilities and performance.

Venable LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected Veteran status and any other protected basis under applicable law.

Contact:
Victoria Sievers
Senior Manager of Associate Recruiting

VKSievers@Venable.com