Associate Attorney

Job Description

We are a well-established, mid-sized firm specializing in real estate and contract law, seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven legal professional interested in litigation, negotiations, and dispute resolution within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will assist with a broad range of real estate matters, contract drafting and review, dispute resolution, and client advisory services. Our practice offers hands-on experience representing clients in proceedings, negotiating agreements, and providing practical legal guidance on business and property-related transactions.

Responsibilities:

Spend the majority of the workday appearing in court, handling hearings, motions, and related proceedings

Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence

Advise clients on business and legal matters

Negotiate settlements in contested matters and dispute resolution proceedings

Ensure compliance with all applicable legal standards, court rules, and regulations

Perform administrative and case management functions related to the practice of law

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in good standing

Ability to build rapport with clients

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Great personality, but a good personality will do too. We want to work with someone nice and fun

DC Bar required, additional VA or MD membership(s), in addition to DC preferred, but not required

Full-time