Associate Attorney

Blaszkow Legal Pllc

Alexandria, VA

$75,000 to $95,000 Yearly
Full-Time

Job Description

Blaszkow Legal, PLLC is expanding again! We are looking for another Associate Attorney to add to our growing office, and fight for injured clients in Virginia, and beyond!

THE FIRM: Blaszkow Legal, PLLC is an established (begun in 1992) Northern Virginia personal injury law firm. We litigate personal injury and insurance claims in both state and federal courts in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. We are a small, but aggressive, tech savvy, team that is 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 another Associate Attorney to join our team!. A law school degree and Virginia Bar membership are required; Maryland or D.C. Bar membership is a plus. 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.

COMPENSATION: Base salary ranges from $75-95,000, plus reachable monthly performance bonuses, 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.

If you are interested in:
-helping injured 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.

Our Core Values:

Be the go-to car accident and personal injury law firm in Northern Virginia
Provide personalized service that ensures our clients never feel left out or abandoned
Represent all clients aggressively, no matter case size

Responsibilities:

Actively review cases in pre-litigation, ensuring that medical records are being received and investigations are complete
Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, other staff members, etc.
Evaluate cases, including determining potential for resolution and need for litigation
Represent clients in circuit and general district court proceedings
Draft pleadings, discovery, motions
Negotiate settlements for clients
Administrative and other management functions related to the practice of law

Qualifications:

Virginia Bar admission required - other Bar admissions (DC and MD) helpful!
Familiarity with civil procedure
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to build rapport with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Perks of Working at Blaszkow Legal, PLLC

Working as part of a motivated team at all levels
Ability to learn under a 40-year veteran of the legal profession
Ability to litigate cases in General District Court and Circuit Court
Will receive continual training and guidance to develop as a professional litigator
Use of a simple file management system
Direction of associated staff members / working with trained office support personnel
Getting assistance in legal article publication/writing

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

To apply, interested candidates should apply here, or submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@blaszkowlegal.com

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