A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
An established firm based in Blue Bell, PA with over 40 years in practice is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join its litigation team in a hybrid capacity. The role focuses on general liability litigation, commercial motor vehicle defense, UM/UIM, premises liability, construction accident, and product liability matters, with responsibility for handling files from inception through resolution.
Offer:
Salary range: $110,000-$140,000+, contingent on experienceHybrid work arrangementComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceMatching 401(k)Paid time offMentorship opportunitiesCollaborative and welcoming work environmentWork-life balance
Qualifications:
JD from an ABA-approved law school and active Pennsylvania bar license in good standingAdmission to the New Jersey Bar is preferred5+ years of general liability litigation experience is requiredExperience managing litigation files from inception through resolutionExperience with commercial motor vehicle defense, UM/UIM, premises liability, construction accident, and product liability matters is requiredTrial experience is preferredProficiency with Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software is preferredStrong time management, organization, communication, and independent case-handling skills in a high-volume litigation environment
Responsibilities:
Evaluate new matters and develop litigation strategy from the outsetCommunicate with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel throughout the life of the caseManage discovery, including drafting requests, preparing responses, reviewing production, and handling discovery disputesConduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and corporate representativesResearch legal issues and prepare memoranda on liability, damages, procedural, and coverage-related issuesDraft and argue discovery motions, dispositive motions, pre-trial motions, post-trial motions, and appellate submissionsAttend court conferences, pre-trial listings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferencesPrepare matters for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit organization, motion practice, and trial strategyHandle motions and trial-related responsibilities in state and federal litigation matters
