Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense Litigation

Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense Litigation Kalbaugh, Pfund & Messersmith (KPM Law) Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time $95,000 - $135,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Law Writing skills Doctor of Law (JD) Organizational skills Bar Full Job Description We are moving efficiently and can take candidates from initial conversation to decision within approximately two weeks.

Location :

Norfolk, Virginia About KPM LAW Kalbaugh, Pfund & Messersmith (KPM) is one of the largest insurance defense firms in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic, with nearly 35 years of experience serving national and international insurance carriers and self-insured companies. With strategically located offices in Virginia and attorneys licensed across VA, MD, DC, WV, and NC, we are known for efficiency, excellence, and trial-ready defense. The Opportunity We are seeking Associate Attorneys with 2-5 years of litigation experience to join our Norfolk office. This is a great opportunity to handle diverse defense litigation, gain trial experience, and work with a team of seasoned attorneys. Responsibilities Manage 30-40 active litigation files, including discovery, depositions, motions, and client reporting. Handle a docket of personal injury, premises liability, products liability, general liability, and auto claims. Handle matters in both State and Federal Court. Work in a team structure with multiple attorneys and support staff. Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals. Draft pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda. Contribute to trial prep and strategy. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school. Licensed and in good standing in Virginia. 2-5 years of litigation experience (open to more senior). Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a busy docket independently. Insurance defense experience is a plus. Why KPM? Early trial exposure and hands-on experience. Collaborative, supportive culture. Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses. Benefits include 401k with firm match, PTO, and flexible work arrangements. KPM LAW is an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resume submissions from search firms; firms submitting without prior agreement will not be eligible for compensation.

Pay:

$95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you currently licensed and in good standing to practice law in Virginia? How many years of insurance defense litigation experience do you have?

Work Location:

In person