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Stravitz Law Firm, P.C.
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What they do
A Litigation Lawyer, also known as a litigator or trial lawyer, represent plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal processes.
$142,709 / year median in Maryland
+12% projected growth
Job Description
A Plaintiff's personal injury lawyer handling cases in Maryland and the District who (1) taught trial advocacy at GW Law School from 2008-2012, (2) is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, (3) has been rated a SuperLawyer for 14 years, seeks an associate with 3-5 years of experience possessing excellent organizational, oral advocacy and writing skills, and a car. Depending upon experience, the work will include: conducting legal research; drafting lawsuits, discovery responses, motions, oppositions, memoranda, and briefs; meeting with clients; taking and defending depositions; arguing motions; and trying cases (the size of the cases will depend on experience). The office is located 5 minutes from the New Carrollton Metro Station and from where the DC Beltway meets 50. This is a full-time position with negotiable benefits. The attorney with whom you will be working has a long history of developing legal talent. The ability to get along with others, empathy, energy, a sense of humor and a desire to produce first-rate work are required. Civil defense attorneys looking to switch sides are encouraged to apply. Strict confidentiality will be maintained. The position will involve working 3 days a week in the office and the remaining time at home. Candidates must be admitted to Maryland Bar or be taking it this month. Candidates must also be admitted to the DC Bar or be willing to gain admission. Experience working on a publication and having taken a trial advocacy course are helpful but not required. Applicants should submit a cover letter, transcript, writing sample, resume and any minimum salary requirements.