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Job Description Location: Newport News, VA Firm: Hanger Law Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person (40 hours/week) Reports to: Managing Partner, Newport News Office Position Overview Hanger Law is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Newport News office. This is an outstanding entry-level opportunity for a new, recently licensed, or returning to the field attorney who wants to develop a well-rounded legal foundation in both litigation and transactional practice. This position offers meaningful courtroom experience throughout Hampton Roads, as well as direct client interaction and exposure to real estate, business, and estate planning matters. The associate will report directly to the Managing Partner of the Newport News office and will work closely with a supportive team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff. Practice Areas The Associate Attorney will be engaged in a diverse mix of legal work, including: • Civil litigation in the areas of landlord-tenant, contracts, business, and real estate-related disputes, • Real estate settlements and title-related matters, • Business law, including entity formation and contract drafting, • Estate planning (wills, trusts, and related documents), • Small business support and general counsel services, • Other related tasks related to Virginia civil and transactional law, • Appear in court for motions, hearings, and trials throughout Hampton Roads., • Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting of pleadings, memoranda, and contracts., • Conduct client consultations and assess the viability of new matters., • Handle real estate settlements and transactional closings., • Collaborate with partners and team members to provide exceptional client service., • Active Virginia Bar License or pending bar results (with third-year practice certificate)., • Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills., • Professional, motivated, and client-focused demeanor., • Experience or internship background in real estate law, civil litigation, or small business representation., • Competitive salary commensurate with experience., • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays., • Health, dental, and vision benefits., • Matching retirement plan., • Bar dues and CLE coverage., • Opportunities for mentorship, growth, and leadership development within the firm. About Hanger Law At Hanger Law, we believe that excellence in law and excellence in service go hand-in-hand. Our mission is to provide clients across Hampton Roads with skilled legal representation that combines professional expertise with personal integrity. We take pride in fostering a team-oriented, faith-driven environment where attorneys grow through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on experience in both transactional and litigation practice areas. Why Join Hanger Law? At Hanger Law, our attorneys are more than legal technicians, they are trusted advisors, advocates, and active community members. We cultivate a culture of excellence, integrity, and growth. As an Associate, you’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a chance to develop into a well-rounded practitioner in a firm that values both professional achievement and personal balance. Powered by JazzHR TZpfJEVaaR

Job Description The Smith Law Center has fought for the seriously injured since 1949. For more than 75 years, we’ve stood with individuals and families after life-changing accidents, securing justice in traumatic brain injury, catastrophic, and other serious injury cases. We are a trial-driven team known for results in the courtroom and compassion with our clients. From our renovated offices in historic Hampton, VA, we blend decades of experience with modern technology to deliver life-changing outcomes. At our core, we are mission-driven: relentless in pursuit of justice, grounded in empathy, and united by the belief that every client deserves to be heard. Why This Role Matters Clients trust us to handle every detail of their case while they focus on recovery. As a Pre-Litigation Attorney, you will manage pre-suit personal injury matters, oversee settlement strategy, and ensure cases are actively advanced toward resolution or litigation. You will supervise pre-litigation case managers and work directly with litigation attorneys to prepare cases for settlement, mediation, or trial. This role is ideal for a Virginia-licensed attorney who can balance legal judgment, efficiency, and client-focused advocacy. Notice to Candidates Qualified applicants will be invited to complete a short Prevue assessment. This brief online survey is not a legal test — it helps us understand your communication style and working approach to ensure that you are a good fit for the team. Compensation: $120,000 Responsibilities: What You Will Do • Manage a caseload of personal injury matters during the pre-suit phase from intake through resolution or transfer to litigation, • Supervise and support pre-litigation case managers, providing legal guidance and accountability to case flow expectations, • Evaluate liability, damages, insurance coverage, and treatment progression to determine case strategy and timing, • Review, revise, and approve pre-suit settlement demands to ensure accuracy, completeness, and strategic positioning, • Negotiate directly with insurance adjusters to pursue timely and favorable resolutions aligned with client goals and firm value thresholds, • Serve as the legal escalation point for client questions, concerns, and settlement discussions, • Ensure settlement proceeds are timely received and properly handled through final distribution and closing, • Coordinate with Litigation Attorneys to transition cases into suit when appropriate, ensuring organized records, evaluations, and demand history, • Enter, update, and maintain case data into our case management system with accuracy and attention to deadlines., • Active Virginia law license in good standing, • Two to three plus years of experience handling Virginia personal injury matters, • Strong negotiation skills and sound professional judgment, • Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and hold team members accountable, • Excellent communication skills with a balance of empathy and professionalism, • Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage a high-volume caseload with strict attention to detail and deadlines, • Strong working knowledge of Neos (or similar legal case management systems) and Microsoft Office Suite, • Calm under pressure, team-oriented, and committed to client service and case qualityAbout Company Why Join Us • Quarterly performance bonus representing a percentage of annual salary, directly tied to fees generated through the attorney’s settlement activity, • Competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with profit sharing, • Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities, • Work alongside a trial team recognized for record-setting verdicts and settlements, • A collaborative culture that values empathy, integrity, and excellence in advocacy

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