Attorneys
Woods Rogers is driven to add talented attorneys throughout our office locations. We seek lawyers interested in a lateral career move and associates who have reputations for strong client service and demonstrate innovation in their legal practices.
Corporate / Tax Associate
Woods Rogers PLC is seeking a Virginia licensed attorney with corporate transaction experience and tax experience to join our team. Ideal candidates will have experience providing counsel and supporting transactions across a range of industries. An LLM in taxation is preferred but not required. Attorney will be involved in advising high net worth individuals and corporations on tax matters. Candidate must have excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, strong writing skills, and be able to prioritize and multitask while handling a large volume of cases. Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
If you are interested in joining our collaborative, client-focused team, please forward your letter of interest and resume to:
Attorney Recruiting
Woods Rogers PLC
P.O. Box 14125
Roanoke, VA 24038-4125
Fax: (540) 322-3903
Email: recruit@woodsrogers.com
Staff
We seek energetic and talented staff members in administrative and paralegal roles. Support staff plays a top role in the teamwork of helping Woods Rogers provide high-quality client service.
Medical Malpractice Paralegal
Woods Rogers is seeking qualified, motivated applicants for an experienced medical malpractice paralegal. The ideal candidate:
- will possess an Associate’s degree in paralegal studies, a Paralegal Certificate, or comparable experience managing cases from inception to end in the setting of medical malpractice litigation and trial, including collecting, tracking, and organizing medical records, preparing medical summaries, and chronologies, locating and summarizing pertinent medical literature, and assisting with finding and communicating with expert witnesses;
- is detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills;
- has strong communication and writing skills;
- has the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment;
- has the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff;
- has the ability to self-manage and meet deadlines;
- has the ability to self-motivate and identify potential action items inactive cases.
Knowledge of trial software is a plus. Knowledge of the use and operation of standard office equipment is required.
Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest and resume to recruit@woodsrogers.com.
Litigation Paralegal
Woods Rogers is seeking qualified, motivated applicants for an experienced litigation paralegal. The ideal candidate:
- will have significant experience in civil litigation, interviewing witnesses, subpoenas for witnesses and documents, tracking and negotiating liens, use of case management software, e-discovery, preparation of pleadings and trial exhibits, document assembly;
- has the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;
- must be detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills.
Knowledge of the use and operation of standard office equipment is required. Five years litigation paralegal experience preferred. Paralegal degree or certificate preferred.
Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest and resume to recruit@woodsrogers.com.
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Woods Rogers is seeking candidates for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal in our Charlottesville, Virginia office. The ideal candidate will have:
- significant experience in both residential and commercial real estate transactions including preparation of warranty deeds and deeds of trust;
- knowledge of circuit court filing process;
- preparation of closing statements; and
- title commitment review experience.
Must be able to conduct closings from start to finish, can handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and be detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills. At least three years of real estate paralegal experience is required.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to recruit@woodsrogers.com.
Marketing Specialist
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday with rare overtime
Remote: No
Woods Rogers seeks candidates for a Marketing Specialist in our Richmond, Virginia office. The Marketing Specialist will be responsible for supporting the firm’s marketing director and marketing manager in a variety of functions. This role will help develop and execute efforts to position the firm in Richmond for legal services to both existing and potential clients in the market. As needed, the specialist’s role will support marketing efforts for the firm’s Charlottesville and other offices. The person in this role can take direction but execute independently and will have the opportunity to lead marketing and business development initiatives in a collaborative, service-focused environment.
Essential Functions include:
- Active role within the marketing team responsible for logistics for Woods Rogers’ hosting of a legal conference scheduled to be held in Richmond in April 2022;
- Researching and proactively identifying opportunities for business development in the Richmond market
- Leading planning efforts for seminar and/or networking events in Richmond, including venue and catering logistics, developing invitation lists, and assisting with content and agenda creation;
- Working with Richmond and Charlottesville attorneys on their annual holiday program for clients;
- Support other marketing and firm initiatives as directed; and
- Support marketing and business development efforts with general administrative tasks as needed.
Ideal candidate will have:
- Proficiency in PowerPoint design, Constant Contact template design, and in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of Zoom Webinar and other webinar platforms
- Knowledge of WordPress for website content management and maintenance
- Knowledge of social media channels for marketing and business development
- Experience managing events – from small groups to 100+ attendees
- Knowledge of Richmond business community and trends
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or 2-year degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in a marketing, business development, or communications role, experience in a professional services field (legal, financial, accounting) a plus
- Excellent writing and proofreading skills as well as attention to detail
- Strong technical and organizational skills
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including PowerPoint and Publisher
- Ability to interact with senior managers and partner-level attorneys
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite a plus
- Must be able to lift boxes, as needed, of approximately 10 lbs
- Ability to travel 15% of the time to other offices (both day trips and overnights)
Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest and resume to recruit@woodsrogers.com.
Benefit packages:
- Health and wellness benefits, including medical, prescription, vision, and dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Paid Time Off that begins accruing on the first day of employment
- Life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Free parking
- Nine paid holidays annually
- Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits:
- Additional life insurance
- Individual disability insurance
- Critical illness and cancer coverage insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
Woods Rogers is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.