Associate Attorney - Entry Level

Are you a brand-new Member of the Bar, looking for your first position in law?  Blaszkow Legal might be the place for you!  We are hiring for an Entry-Level Associate Attorney who wants to learn what Personal Injury Practice is all about!

THE FIRM: Blaszkow Legal, PLLC is a premier and established (founded 1992) Virginia personal injury law firm, with offices in Alexandria, Richmond, and Lancaster Co., Va.  We litigate personal injury and insurance claims in both the state and federal courts in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.  We are a small, but aggressive, tech-savvy team focused on OUTSIDE THE BOX solutions that optimize client recoveries. We handle a full range of cases involving modest value to major seven-figure cases, and our client-centric approach in every case keeps the five star reviews coming in on a regular basis.

JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for an excellent candidate to join our team as an Associate Attorney. A law school degree and Virginia Bar membership are required (you must have passed the Bar, and be scheduled to be/already sworn in).  

The ideal candidate will have excellent research and writing skills, ability to multi-task and handle deadlines without constant supervision, and be possessed of good interpersonal skills. Job duties will include all aspects of case management, including client intake, case investigation and preparation, case evaluation, drafting pleadings, discovery and deposition work, motions practice, and handling trials. A strong desire to advocate on behalf of our clients is a must. This is a full time position, that could occasionally entail weekend and evening work.  Additionally, this position will involve mentoring and guiding less-experienced associates through various aspects of personal injury work, including case evaluation, negotiations, and litigation. 

*A reminder: if you do not have a Virginia Bar membership, then you will not be considered for this position!*

COMPENSATION: Base salary ranges from $80-100,000, plus reachable monthly performance bonuses (for most associates, this ranges from 2,000 to 9,000 per month, depending on fees! / Historically, first-year total compensation has consistently ranged from approximately $135,000 to $180,000.), and participation bonuses for business brought to the firm. Other benefits include: PTO, BCBS health insurance, a retirement plan with employer match, and a professional development budget (including the payment of CLEs, VTLA dues, etc).

If you are interested in:
-helping victimized clients rebuild their lives,
-managing your own case load,
-working in a collaborative and nurturing environment,
-honing your litigation skills,
-building your professional portfolio,
THEN, Blaszkow Legal might be the place for you.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All applications are held in the strictest confidence. 

To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through this job posting!

Our office is located off of Edsall Road in the West Alexandria / Springfield area. We have free and ample parking.