Civil Litigation Attorney at Orion Placement in Tysons Corner, Virginia, United States

Job description

• Pay: $185,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
• Handle sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Join a trial-focused practice where strategy, advocacy, and courtroom work are valued.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment with meaningful autonomy and direct client relationships.
• Build a long-term platform with genuine partnership potential.
• Benefit from strong compensation, bonus opportunities, and support for practice growth.
• Work alongside experienced trial attorneys committed to excellence and client service.
• Location: Tysons Corner, Virginia. Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule that combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. Candidates should reside in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, DC and be available for court appearances and team interaction as needed.
• Note: Candidates must be admitted to the Virginia Bar and possess meaningful experience practicing in Virginia state courts. Attorneys with 2+ years of experience will be considered if they have substantial courtroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex business and commercial litigation matters from filing through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings.
• Argue motions in Virginia Circuit Courts and other state courts.
• Take and defend fact and expert depositions.
• Develop and execute litigation and discovery strategy.
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic guidance.
• Prepare cases for bench and jury trials.
• Serve as lead counsel where appropriate.
• Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters.
• Deliver exceptional advocacy and client service.

Requirements

• Active Virginia Bar admission required.
• 6+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; exceptional candidates with 2+ years and significant courtroom experience will be considered.
• Substantial experience practicing in Virginia Circuit Courts.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters from start to finish.
• Excellent judgment and client-management skills.
• Book of business welcomed but not required.
• Backgrounds in commercial litigation, business litigation, construction litigation, professional liability, or general civil litigation are highly desirable.

Skills

Required

• Active Virginia Bar admission

Preferred

• Book of business

Benefits

• We value quality over volume and provide attorneys with meaningful responsibility, direct client contact, and the opportunity to help shape the future of the practice. Our culture rewards initiative, sound judgment, and excellence. Attorneys seeking long-term growth and a path toward leadership or partnership will find an entrepreneurial and supportive environment.
• JPC-1327
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance