June 29, 2026
Associate Attorney – Richmond
Melone Hatley, P.C. is a fast-growing family and estate planning law firm with offices across Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, and Texas. Named one of the 500 fastest-growing law firms in the United States and recognized by Super Lawyers, we’ve built our reputation on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services and creating a workplace where talent thrives.
Our mission is simple: to be the premier law firm for individuals looking to protect what matters most — their families, their finances, and their future. We achieve this by fostering a culture rooted in transparency, integrity, and open communication. Every team member plays a vital role in delivering personalized, results-driven support to our clients, and we’re proud to be known as one of the top employers in the region.
Join us and become part of a team that is redefining family and estate law with purpose, passion, and people at the center of everything we do.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Attorney to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for advocacy and a strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and ethical considerations. If you are a team player with excellent communication and research skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Litigation Attorney Key Responsibilities:
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support cases.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel.
• Stay up to date on changes in the law and legal procedures.
• Manage caseloads and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Participate in the development and implementation of effective legal strategies.
• Represent the firm in professional organizations and legal associations.
Litigation Attorney Qualifications & Skills:
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to Virginia state bar.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in litigation, preferably in family law.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral advocacy and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Knowledge of state court procedures.
Benefits:
• 100% Employer Paid Medical Benefits for Employees and Dependents
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401 (k) Matching
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Melone Hatley, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates can apply on our careers page here:
www.melonelawpc.com/careers/
June 25, 2026
Associate – Richmond
Family Law Associates of Richmond is a boutique law firm that prioritizes addressing the unique needs of individuals and families with personalized and compassionate service. We are committed to assisting clients through challenging legal matters inside and outside the courtroom, including alternative dispute resolution approaches. As a small, client-focused firm, we offer individualized attention and guidance tailored to each client’s goals. Our experienced attorneys specialize in various areas of family law and are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for the families we serve.
We are seeking an Associate to join our legal team in Richmond, VA. This is a full-time, on-site role. The Associate will handle a variety of family law cases, including but not limited to divorce, custody, support, and mediation matters. Responsibilities include conducting client consultations, drafting legal documents, preparing for hearings, negotiating settlements, and representing clients in court. The position also involves legal research, maintaining client communication, and collaborating with team members to ensure exceptional service.
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Virginia
• Legal practice skills, including case analysis, client counseling, legal strategy development, and courtroom representation
• Strong research and writing abilities, including drafting legal documents, briefs, and correspondence
• Negotiation and mediation skills, with the ability to address sensitive family matters professionally and empathetically
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills to work closely with clients, colleagues, courthouse staff, and opposing counsel
• Experience in family law and familiarity with alternative dispute resolution methods not required, but welcomed
• Litigation Experience preferred
Please submit inquires to Candie Snyder at clayne@flaor.com
April 28, 2026
Policy, Planning and Compliance Director
The Virginia Retirement System (VRS), an independent state agency headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, provides retirement and related benefits to more than 850,000 members and beneficiaries across the Commonwealth. VRS is among the nation’s largest public pension systems and is recognized for strong governance, financial stewardship, and service excellence.
VRS seeks a Policy, Planning and Compliance Director to serve as a senior executive leader and strategic advisor to the VRS Director. Reporting directly to the Director, this role provides executive level legal counsel and oversight of agency policy development, legislative and governmental affairs, compliance, actuarial coordination, and administrative appeals, in coordination with the Office of the Attorney General.
The Director leads critical governance and compliance functions, oversees complex legal and regulatory matters affecting public retirement systems, and ensures alignment with state and federal law. As a member of the Director’s Executive Committee, this role plays a key part in shaping agency strategy, risk management, and enterprise initiatives. VRS offers a competitive benefits package and a hybrid work environment (three days onsite, two days remote) that supports collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Apply Online: //www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/policy-planning-and-compliance-director-hybrid-work-schedule-richmond-virginia-united-states
Resume and cover letter required.
April 14, 2026
Staff Attorney
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Staff Attorney to join our team, bringing a versatile skill set. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing comprehensive legal counsel, conducting in-depth research, and drafting clear, precise legal documents. This position offers an opportunity to work with a broad group of stakeholders to include attorneys, individuals and Court personnel. The Staff Attorney will be instrumental in providing expertise in the area of bankruptcy law and ethics presenting fair and consistent legal representation in Court. In addition, we would like candidates to have extensive litigation experience. For more information and to apply, visit //www.indeed.com/job/staff-attorney-5e69d550b3798fa1 or submit your resume to Beth Williams, HR at beth@smartva.net.
March 10, 2026
COMMISSIONER IN CHANCERY
An additional position of Commissioner in Chancery will be filled by appointment made by the Judges of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit (Va. Code Ann. § 8.01-607).
The Court invites interested persons to send a letter, curriculum vitae, and three references with contact information to Teresa Ryan, Administrator of Judicial Operations.
Application materials may be sent physically to Chesterfield Circuit Court Judges’ Chambers; 9500 Courthouse Road; P.O. Box 57; Chesterfield, VA 23832,
or electronically to RyanT@chesterfield.gov. Application materials must be received no later than 12:00 Noon on May 1, 2026, to be considered.
March 9, 2026
Attorney, Tax Credit Finance – Richmond
//www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers-attorney
JOB SUMMARY
Kutak Rock LLP seeks an experienced attorney to join the firm’s Tax Credit Finance practice. This role provides the ability to build knowledge and skills with a variety of transactional matters, including tax, energy, debt, and equity financing and real estate matters, while working closely with experienced partners. Ideal candidates are interested in joining a growing transactional practice covering deals across the country involving partnerships and corporations, tax and tax credits, real estate, and secured lending and equity finance.
Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated “Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms”, provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career as they matriculate toward partnership opportunities in a collegial and collaborative environment.
Salary Range: $180,000-$300,000+ base salary, per year. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including experience, office location, originations, and portable book of business.
January 30, 2026
Disclosure Law Attorney – Social Security’s Law & Policy team is hiring experienced disclosure law attorneys. Candidates must be highly qualified with at least two years’ experience handling all aspects of Federal privacy and disclosure law. Disclosure law attorneys provide legal guidance on a wide variety of privacy and disclosure law issues, including legal advice and guidance on the Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, data exchange agreements, social media, records retention, eGovernment, and support related Federal court litigation. For more information please see here
Fiscal Law Attorney – Social Security’s Law & Policy team is hiring experienced fiscal law attorneys. Candidates must be highly qualified with at least two years’ experience handling all aspects of Federal contracting and appropriations law. Fiscal Law attorneys provide legal guidance on a wide variety of contracting and appropriations law issues, including legal advice and guidance regarding federal contracting, proper use of agency funds, agreements with other agencies, and associated Federal Regulations. Fiscal Law attorneys also represent the agency in bid protests. For more information please see here
January 15, 2026
Chesterfield Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office seeks to hire two full time Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys. For more information or to apply, please see here //www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chesterfieldco/jobs/5174123/assistant-commonwealth-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.
November 24, 2025
The Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia seeks to hire a full-time Staff Attorney in the Department of Legal Research.
Information can be found here
November 21, 2025
The Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia currently has a position open for a staff attorney in the Office of the Assistant Executive Secretary and Legal Counsel.
Information can be found here
October 24, 2025
Carrell Blanton Ferris and Associates, PLC seeks an associate attorney in their Estate Planning & Administration practice. Job description and link to apply can be found here.
September 25, 2025
Kutak Rock seeks a lateral attorney with significant management-side labor law experience to join the Firm’s national Employment and Labor practice. This position is ideal for proactive, experienced attorneys with a self-sustaining book of business who want to integrate their labor and employment law practice into a full-service corporate law firm to capitalize on our national resources, cross-marketing opportunities, and collegial and collaborative work environment.
Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated “Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms.” provides attorneys the opportunity to grow their practice while making valuable contributions in a collegial and collaborative environment.
This full-time, hybrid position may work out of one of the following Firm offices: Atlanta, GA; Denver, CO; Fayetteville, AR; Irvine, CA; Little Rock, AR; Los Angeles, CA; Kansas City, MO; Minneapolis, MN; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Richmond, VA; Scottsdale, AZ; Spokane, WA; Springfield, MO; Tallahassee, FL; or Washington, D.C.
Salary Range: $200,000-$400,000 annual base salary, commensurate with education and experience. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including location, originations, and portable book of business.
Interested individuals may find the full description and details on how to apply on our website: //www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers-attorney