Junior / Mid-Level Associate Position

Firm Summary

Based in Washington, DC, Meier Watkins is a premiere litigation boutique specializing in defamation, crisis management, and reputation counseling.With a proven track record in this space, our firm is uniquely positioned to lead the market in complex reputation matters by providing bespoke advocacy for clients.

Position Summary

We are currently looking for associates with 3-6 years of litigation experience to join our team.

Applicants that graduated from a top law school with federal clerkship experience are preferred.Substantive litigation experience is a must, including conducting discovery, researching legal issues, and a drafting legal memoranda and pleadings.

Given our practice’s focus on oral and written advocacy, you should demonstrate excellent communication skills, a passion for writing, and an enthusiasm for delivering results for clients.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) match, and more.

Hybrid Work Model

Our expectation is that you perform work in-person from Tuesday through Thursday, while Mondays and Fridays are considered “flex” days.However, client obligations (e.g., meetings, depositions, and hearings) and regularly scheduled internal meetings may require in-person attendance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong professional presence
• Commitment to client service
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity
• 3+ years of litigation / law firm experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
• Admitted to the bar and in good standing
• Strong judgment