Transactional Attorney

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Leesburg, VA

Transactional Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

No

A law firm in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transactional Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting Partners' matters, and representing clients in various transactional needs. The individual must demonstrate a strong understanding of commercial law, possess excellent communication skills, and uphold the ethical and professional standards of the Virginia State Bar.

Duties:

• Work closely with Partners on client matters, providing legal expertise in transactional needs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
• Conduct meetings with new clients to assess their needs, identify goals, and determine the best legal course of action.
• Ensure timely entry of time and billing details in accordance with firm best practices.
• Collaborate with the Firm Administrator and Managing Partner to support overall firm goals.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards set by the Virginia State Bar and other applicable bars.

Requirements:

• Active Virginia State Bar Membership in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of corporate and/or transactional experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills, including capturing, detailing, and follow-up.
• Professionalism in interactions with team members.
• Commitment to the professional, integrity, and loyalty values integral to the firm.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Proficient in technology, including Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Preferred: Membership in Delaware, NY, DC, MD, or FL Bar.
• Preferred: Experience with Clio and NetDocuments software.