Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

About us

Rollins, Smalkin, Richards & Mackie, LLC is boutique civil litigation firm whose principal focus is insurance defense. The firm has stood the test of time, having celebrated its 105th year of serving our community and clients. We offer a professional yet comfortable office environment, remote workdays and billing expectations that allow for a rewarding work-life balance.

Attorneys are mentored by senior partners and supported through the collaborative efforts of highly skilled legal assistants, paralegals, and law clerks. Our offices are centrally located in the Inner Harbor area and within a professional building that offers two on-site restaurants, a well-maintained and patrolled parking garage, and an on premise 24-hour gym with private shower facilities available exclusively to tenant employees at no cost.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, and writing sample for consideration. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Duties

As a Litigation Associate, you will be responsible for handling a variety of legal tasks related to litigation cases. Your duties will include:

- Conducting legal research using resources such as Lexis-Nexis

- Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs

- Assisting with case management and organization

- Participating in client meetings and interviews

- Conducting negotiations on behalf of clients

- Preparing for and attending court hearings and trials

- Collaborating with senior attorneys to develop case strategies

- Providing legal administrative support as needed

Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have the following experience and qualifications:

- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school is required

- Admission to the Maryland bar

- Admission to the DC bar is a plus

- Strong legal research and writing skills

- Experience with litigation procedures and practices

- Familiarity with legal drafting and document preparation

- Proficiency in using legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis

- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound advice

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Please note that this is not an entry-level position. We are seeking candidates with prior litigation experience.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

Job Type: Full-time with In-office / remote hybrid schedule

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Employer Deposits: Safe Harbor and Profit Sharing
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

As part of your resume submission, please provide your responses to the following questions:

• How many Circuit Court cases have you taken to verdict?
• How many District Court cases have you taken to verdict?

License/Certification:

• Maryland Bar license (Required)
• DC (preferred, but not a determining factor)