Associate Attorney

Our law firm has a full-time associate attorney position available now, and we’re looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates and litigation associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You’ll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date.

If you’ve successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today. We offer a competitive salary, 100% vision and dental coverage, 50% medical coverage, a company car, and support with relocation expenses.

Compensation:

$100,000 - $120,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base

About Company

Charles V. Hardenbergh, PC, is a powerhouse law firm laser-focused on criminal traffic defense. With a reputation for being experienced, professional, and results-driven, our team is built for one thing: winning.

Founded by seasoned attorney Charles V. Hardenbergh, our firm has earned the trust of clients across Virginia by delivering aggressive, strategic representation in high-stakes traffic and criminal cases—including reckless driving, DUI, driving on a suspended license, and other serious offenses.

We don’t back down, we don’t cut corners, and we don’t make excuses. At Charles V. Hardenbergh, PC, we fight smart, we fight hard, and we fight to win—because your license, your record, and your freedom are too important for anything less.