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Robert Half
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Job Description
We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney that can be 100% Remote to join our client's boutique litigation law firm located in Villanova, PA. We are looking for a locally-located Pennsylvania attorney with 5-10+ years of experience (or 10-15+ or more!) to take ownership of a sophisticated portfolio of defense matters. This position offers substantial independence while also providing the support of a collaborative national practice. The role focuses on complex disputes involving product liability, commercial transportation, premises liability, and construction-related claims for prominent corporate clients in both state and federal courts. Pennsylvania Bar required, New Jersey and New York a plus (PA, NJ, NY).
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Candidates must be located in a commutable distance to Villanova, in PA, NJ, NY or DE.Responsibilities:
- Direct a portfolio of litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution, including oversight of an established set of active files.
- Develop case strategy, manage deadlines, and advance each matter efficiently while maintaining high standards of legal analysis and client service.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear updates, practical guidance, and responsive communication tailored to business needs.
- Conduct key litigation activities such as written discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, court appearances, and comprehensive trial preparation.
- Represent clients in state and federal proceedings involving product liability, trucking and transportation claims, premises liability, and construction defect defense.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with major national clients by providing reliable reporting, thoughtful counsel, and solutions-oriented representation.
- Manage billing responsibilities in alignment with a 1950-hour annual target while supporting the overall strength of client engagements and firm performance.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active bar admission in the required jurisdictions identified for this role; additional admissions in other relevant jurisdictions are advantageous.
- At least 10 years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for 10 to 15 or more years handling complex defense matters.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage a substantial caseload with minimal supervision.
- Background in product liability, commercial trucking or transportation defense, premises liability, or similar complex civil litigation.
- Strong client-facing skills with experience delivering reports, recommendations, and strategic guidance to sophisticated business clients.
- Trial experience, particularly in a first-chair capacity, is highly valued.
- Detail-oriented work style that aligns with a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented law firm environment.