McCandlish Holton PC

McCandlish Holton seeks an associate to join our growing Workers’ Compensation practice.  Our attorneys handle all phases of workers’ compensation litigation including hearings and appeals before the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission, the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Virginia. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of experience in Workers’ Compensation, must be detail oriented, superior research and writing skills, capable of confident and articulate self-expression, and possess an excellent academic record. Virginia Bar required. For consideration, please provide your resume, transcript and cover letter by email to recruitingmanager@lawmh.com . 

The Workers' Compensation Practice Group at McCandlish Holton aggressively defends cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, representing Employers, Carriers and Self-Insured and cases from the Deputy Commissioner level to the Supreme Court. Our Paralegals and Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast-paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. We seek talented team members who are well organized, detail oriented and adaptable with the willingness and ability to learn and implement a defined prioritization system. Successful candidates will have demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills and be able to read and understand what they are reading at an advanced level. Previous experience in a Workers’ Comp or Personal Injury environment is preferred. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are a must. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing. Legal research using LexisNexis and other sources. Filing, scanning and indexing documents to case file. Reading and comprehending medical records. We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid holidays and vacation. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The Civil Litigation Practice Group at McCandlish Holton aggressively defends a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts. Our Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast-paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. Our Attorneys must possess strong verbal and written communication, research, organizational and analytical skills. They should be detail-oriented and results-driven team players. Successful candidates will have demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills, superior research and writing skills and reading comprehension at an advanced level. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience. Admission to Virginia state bar is required. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are a must. Day-to-day responsibilities include: • Managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing. • Consult with clients and represent clients in trial. • Drafting briefs and other legal documents. • Drafting discovery responses and complaints. • Interviewing key witnesses. • Conducting depositions. • Gathering evidence to be used at trial. • Develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings. • Manage/access case file indexing system for all ongoing and completed cases. • Monitor changes to government guidelines or regulations and submit reports on pertinent changes. • Utilize existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases. • Prolonged sitting, reading, typing, writing and talking We offer bonus opportunities and a very generous benefits package including 401k employer match and paid holidays and vacation. For consideration, please provide your resume, transcript and cover letter by email to recruitingmanager@lawmh.com. EOE/M/F/V/D