Stone Legal Recruitment is looking for Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation / Insurance Defense (Richmond) in Richmond, VA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3894913840 is live since 2026-10-17 02:37:11.
A well-established Mid-Atlantic litigation firm is seeking Associate Attorneys to join its growing Richmond, Virginia practice. This role offers hands-on litigation experience, regular courtroom exposure, direct mentorship from experienced litigators, and a clear path toward managing increasingly sophisticated matters as your practice grows. The practice includes a broad range of civil litigation matters, including: Personal Injury Defense Premises Liability Auto & Transportation Litigation General Liability Products Liability Commercial Litigation Insurance Defense We are moving efficiently and can typically take candidates from first conversation to decision within approximately two weeks. Responsibilities Manage an active litigation docket from inception through resolution Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses Take and defend depositions Participate in mediations, hearings, and trial preparation Appear in Virginia State and Federal Courts Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals Develop litigation strategy alongside experienced partners and trial attorneys Handle increasing levels of responsibility as experience grows Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active Virginia Bar license required Maryland and/or DC Bar admission is a plus, but not required 2 years of civil litigation experience, though more senior candidates will be considered Insurance defense experience preferred but not required Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Experience drafting motions and handling discovery Deposition experience preferred Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously Desire to develop as a courtroom advocate and litigator Compensation & Benefits Base salary generally ranging from $95,000–$150,000 , depending on experience Performance-based bonus structure Annual incentives beginning at 1,850 billable hours Additional bonus opportunities tied to productivity Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k) Flexible work arrangements, including on-site, hybrid, and remote options depending on experience and team needs This is a litigation-heavy, trial-oriented platform designed for attorneys seeking substantial responsibility, meaningful courtroom experience, and long-term career growth within one of the Mid-Atlantic's leading insurance defense firms. Confidential inquiries welcome.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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