Unknown Company
A well-established Mid-Atlantic insurance defense firm is seeking litigation attorneys across multiple experience levels (Associate through Partner) to join its growing Virginia Workers' Compensation Defense practice.
This opportunity can be based onsite in Richmond , hybrid , or fully remote for the right Virginia-licensed candidate.
Whether you're an associate looking to continue building your workers' compensation practice or a more experienced attorney seeking greater autonomy and long-term growth, this role offers immediate responsibility, strong mentorship, and a steady, high-quality defense docket.
The practice is 100% workers' compensation defense , representing employers, carriers, and third-party administrators before the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission .
We are moving efficiently and can typically take candidates from first conversation to decision within approximately two weeks.
Responsibilities
Manage and develop a workers' compensation defense practice with increasing levels of file ownership based on experience
Handle a litigation docket from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, medical summaries, position statements, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents
Conduct depositions and prepare for and attend hearings before the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission
Evaluate claims, develop litigation strategy, and negotiate resolutions
Communicate directly with clients, claims professionals, medical providers, opposing counsel, and witnesses
Collaborate with experienced partners while enjoying significant autonomy as your practice grows
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Virginia Bar license required
Workers' compensation defense experience strongly preferred
Insurance defense or civil litigation experience will also be considered
Strong legal writing, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to independently manage deadlines and a busy litigation practice
Deposition and hearing experience preferred, but not required for more junior candidates
Desire to build a long-term litigation practice within a collaborative defense firm
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
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k)
Flexible onsite, hybrid, and remote work options
This is a litigation-focused opportunity offering substantial file ownership, regular courtroom exposure, and a clear long-term growth path within one of Virginia's established insurance defense practices.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
This opportunity can be based onsite in Richmond , hybrid , or fully remote for the right Virginia-licensed candidate.
Whether you're an associate looking to continue building your workers' compensation practice or a more experienced attorney seeking greater autonomy and long-term growth, this role offers immediate responsibility, strong mentorship, and a steady, high-quality defense docket.
The practice is 100% workers' compensation defense , representing employers, carriers, and third-party administrators before the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission .
We are moving efficiently and can typically take candidates from first conversation to decision within approximately two weeks.
Responsibilities
Manage and develop a workers' compensation defense practice with increasing levels of file ownership based on experience
Handle a litigation docket from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, medical summaries, position statements, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents
Conduct depositions and prepare for and attend hearings before the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission
Evaluate claims, develop litigation strategy, and negotiate resolutions
Communicate directly with clients, claims professionals, medical providers, opposing counsel, and witnesses
Collaborate with experienced partners while enjoying significant autonomy as your practice grows
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Virginia Bar license required
Workers' compensation defense experience strongly preferred
Insurance defense or civil litigation experience will also be considered
Strong legal writing, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to independently manage deadlines and a busy litigation practice
Deposition and hearing experience preferred, but not required for more junior candidates
Desire to build a long-term litigation practice within a collaborative defense firm
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
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k)
Flexible onsite, hybrid, and remote work options
This is a litigation-focused opportunity offering substantial file ownership, regular courtroom exposure, and a clear long-term growth path within one of Virginia's established insurance defense practices.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Litigation Attorney (Associate-Partner) | Workers' Compensation Defense (Richmond) in richmond at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.