Associate Attorney

Wilbraham, Lawler & Buba; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilbraham, Lawler & Buba, P.C. in Philadelphia seeks an Attorney with a strong background in tort litigation to join our team. You will have the opportunity to take case responsibility, work on meaningful legal matters, and be part of a supportive group of colleagues.

The ideal candidate is licensed in PA (or awaiting bar results) and possesses excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of matters with diligence and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania is required.
• Bar admission in New York, New Jersey, Delaware or West Virginia is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong legal research, writing and advocacy abilities.

Responsibilities

• Litigation and counseling: deposition, arbitration/mediation and jury trial experience preferred.
• Client interaction: engage with clients to address their legal needs.
• Case management: handle cases from inception to resolution, including research and writing.
• Attention to detail: manage a high volume of cases with precision and organization.
• Interpersonal skills: collaborate with colleagues and clients at all levels.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Writing

Advocacy

Communication

Teamwork

Ethics

Education

Pennsylvania bar admission

Bar results pending in other jurisdictions

Job description

Wilbraham, Lawler & Buba, P.C. is a mid-sized regional law firm looking to add an Attorney to our team.We seek a detail-orientated and highly motivated Attorney with a strong background in tort litigation to join our Philadelphia Office.You will have the opportunity to take case responsibility, work on meaningful legal matters, and be part of a supportive team.

Job Description:

• Litigation and Counseling: Deposition, Arbitration/Mediation and Jury Trial experience preferred.


• Client Interaction: Engage with clients to address their legal needs.


• Case Management: Handle cases from inception to resolution, including research, legal writing, and courtroom appearances.


• Attention to detail: Manage a high volume of cases with precision and organization.


• Interpersonal skills: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients at all levels.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania required (or recent bar exam results expected).


• Licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, Delaware and/or West Virginia a plus.


• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-orientated environment.


• Commitment to high ethical standard and professionalism.


• Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills.


• Work well under deadlines and in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.


• Competence and desire to manage a variety of active matters independently.


• Deposition and oral argument experience a plus.