Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, +1

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Philadelphia seeks experienced litigators with 3–5 years of relevant experience in premises/general liability, construction, and auto/trucking matters. The firm offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for advancement, and an innovative bonus structure for private clients and public entities.

Strong writing and client-relations skills are expected. Applicants must be admitted in Pennsylvania; those still in law school or not yet admitted should not

Qualifications

• Must be admitted in Pennsylvania – no exceptions (PA bar)
• 3–5 years of experience in premises/general liability, construction, and auto/trucking matters
• Experience handling complex discovery, law and motion, status and evaluation reporting, and taking depositions
• Litigation and arbitration experience required; trial experience a plus
• Excellent writing skills and strong client relationships
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Team-oriented with professional demeanor and timely communication
• Dependable with strong attendance

Skills

Litigation experience

Arbitration experience

Trial experience

Writing skills

Depositions

Client relations

Time management

Confidentiality

Team player

Organizational skills

Job description

The Philadelphia office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm recognized for its diversity and inclusivity as well as its progressive culture, is seeking experienced litigators with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in premises/general liability, construction, and auto/trucking matters. The position offers opportunities to handle a wide range of practice areas for private clients and public entities in addition to an innovative bonus structure, a collaborative working environment, and opportunities for advancement. Join the firm that is a bold differentiator in the industry.

Requirements:

• You must be admitted in Pennsylvania – no exceptions. Those that are still in law school and/or have not yet taken the bar exam need not apply
• Experience in handling complex discovery, law and motion, and status and evaluation reporting, as well as taking depositions are a must
• Litigation and arbitration experience is required, with trial experience a plus
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong client relationship skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Functions effectively as part of a team while having a professional and pleasant demeanor
• Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
• Dependable and reliable with exceptional attendance

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program