Associate Attorney - Civil Defense Litigation

Location: Richmond, Virginia

About KPM LAW

Kalbaugh, Pfund & Messersmith (KPM) is one of the largest insurance defense firms in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic, with nearly 35 years of experience serving national and international insurance carriers and self-insured companies. With strategically located offices in Virginia and attorneys licensed across VA, MD, DC, WV, and NC, we are known for efficiency, excellence, and trial-ready defense.

The Opportunity

We are seeking 1–2 Associate Attorneys with 2–5 years of litigation experience to join our Richmond office. This is a great opportunity to handle diverse defense litigation, gain trial experience, and work with a team of seasoned attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Manage 30–40 active litigation files, including discovery, depositions, motions, and client reporting.

• Handle personal injury, premises liability, products liability, general liability, civil rights, and contract claims.

• Handle matters in both State and Federal Court.

• Work in a team structure with multiple attorneys and support staff.

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals.

• Draft pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda.

• Contribute to trial prep and strategy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Licensed and in good standing in Virginia.

• 2–5 years of litigation experience (open to more senior).

• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a busy docket independently.

• Insurance defense experience is a plus.

Why KPM?

• Early trial exposure and hands-on experience.

• Collaborative, supportive culture.

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.

• Benefits include 401k with firm match, PTO, and flexible work arrangements.

KPM LAW is an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resume submissions from search firms; firms submitting without prior agreement will not be eligible for compensation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently licensed and in good standing to practice law in Virginia?
• Do you have prior insurance defense litigation experience?

Experience:

• post-JD litigation: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person