Litigation Attorney

Job Description

McKenna Russo is seeking a litigation attorney to join our growing civil litigation practice. We represent individuals and businesses in a broad range of civil matters, with a particular emphasis on real estate title disputes. Our litigation team is known for providing strategic, practical, and client-focused representation while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, and working directly with clients from the initial consultation through trial or resolution. The ideal candidate is motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.

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Key Responsibilities

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·      Provide skilled legal counsel and manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution

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·      Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other legal filings

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·      Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy recommendations

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·      Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials

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·      Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review and witness preparation

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·      Communicate regularly with clients regarding case strategy, status updates, and expectations

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·      Collaborate with attorneys and staff on complex litigation matters

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·      Handle confidential client matters with professionalism and discretion

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Required Qualifications

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·      Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

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·      Active membership in the Maryland Bar in good standing

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·      Active membership in the District of Columbia and Virginia Bar preferred

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·      3–7 years of civil litigation experience with portable book of business preferred

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·      Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

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·      Excellent oral advocacy and courtroom presentation abilities

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·      Experience managing cases independently while collaborating within a team environment

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·      Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

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·      Commitment to providing outstanding client service

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Top Traits We Value

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·      Strategic thinker

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·      Self-motivated

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·      Organized

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·      Detail-oriented

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·      Collaborative

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·      Client-focused

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·      Community involvement

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Work Arrangement / Location

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·       Location: Annapolis, Maryland

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·       Schedule: Full-time

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·       Work Arrangement: On-site with flexibility for partial remote work

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Compensation & Benefits

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·      Salary range: $100,000 to $120,000

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·      Competitive salary commensurate with experience

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·      Performance-based bonus opportunities

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·      Medical, dental, and vision insurance

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·      401(k)

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·      Life insurance

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·      Paid Time Off (PTO)

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·      Paid holidays

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·      Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support

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·      Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement

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About McKenna Russo

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McKenna Russo is a growing law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace. Our litigation team represents clients in a wide range of disputes, focusing on practical solutions, thoughtful advocacy, and strong client relationships. We believe in developing our attorneys professionally while maintaining a culture of teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

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How to Apply

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Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to View email address on ziprecruiter.com .

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Subject Line: Litigation Attorney – [Name]

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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McKenna Russo is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable law.