Simms Showers

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Civil Litigation Associate
Simms Showers LLP


Were hiring a Civil Litigation Associate at Simms Showers LLP.

If youre a litigator who wants to practice at a high level and work in a place where your faith is part of the firms foundationthis is worth a look.

Who We Are
The Vision of Simms Showers LLP is to integrate our faith into the practice of law with excellenceto help people and glorify God. We are a mission-driven firm in the fullest sense. Our shared faith shapes how we treat one another, how we approach our work, and how we serve our clients.
Our culture is intellectually rigorous and genuinely warm. We collaborate closely, invest in one another, and are committed to supporting our team professionally and personally.
The Role
This is a full-scope civil litigation role with real responsibility and real independence. You will represent plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of civil and commercial litigation mattersranging from contract and business disputes to personal injury and complex claimsmanaging cases through all phases of litigation in state and federal courts You will serve as lead or key counsel on your matters, managing cases from initial demand through resolutionwhether by motion, settlement, or trialand through appeal when appropriate.
Youll handle:

• Case strategy and client counseling
• Pleadings, discovery, and motions practice
• Depositions and witness preparation
• Negotiation and mediation
• Trial preparation and court appearances

Your work will span state and federal courts across Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Youll be supported by a seasoned, accessible team that is invested in your successbut youll also be trusted to take ownership of your cases.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a clear path for growth, with compensation that rewards performance over time.
Competitive structure that rewards performance and growth over time starting with a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, the ability to quickly transition to more lucrative collections-based compensation, and ultimately partnership
Clear advancement tracks with partnership opportunity
Significant retirement benefits including a 401(k) with 4% firm match, cash balance contributions and profit-sharing contributions
Multiple health insurance options with the firm paying 75% of individual premiums for all plans

Who Were Looking For

We are seeking a lawyer who desires their professional life to reflect their faith and is looking for a firm where that integration is both supported and expected.
1+ years of civil litigation experience, with 3-5+ years of experience preferred
Active bar admission in Virginia or eligibility to waive in
Demonstrated litigation experience
Judicial clerkship
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For additional information, please see our LinkedIn and Mission Statement.