Associate Attorney

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join their Philadelphia team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload in defense litigation, providing expert legal services across various sectors. With a strong commitment to client success and a collaborative environment, you will engage in strategic litigation, negotiate settlements, and maintain professionalism in all interactions. This firm values excellence and offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for passionate legal professionals to thrive. Join a team dedicated to delivering top-notch legal services and advancing your career.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Program

Retirement Plan

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in defense litigation.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation including depositions and court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings and motions.

Skills

Defense Litigation

Legal Research

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Legal Research Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This range is provided by Jobot. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

Associate Attorney Hybrid/Remote, Defense Litigation, Excellent Benefits, Great Case load!

This Jobot Job is hosted by Patrick Murphy.

We are looking to hire strong defense litigators to join our team in our Philadelphia headquarters! For over 50 years, we have provided expert legal services and demonstrated a strong commitment to our clients. The firm offers legal expertise in areas such as financial services, insurance defense, commercial litigation, real estate development and zoning, tax, labor and employment law, corporate and transactional matters, corporate governance, estate planning and administration, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, construction, surety and fidelity, and immigration. They also act as general counsel, national counsel, and regional counsel to many companies and insurance carriers.

Why join us?

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Health savings account
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Details

Our law firm is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Associate Attorney with a strong background in Defense Litigation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for law, a mind for strategic litigation and a commitment to excellence. As an Associate Attorney, you will be responsible for managing your own caseload, working directly with clients and other attorneys in the firm, and contributing to the overall success of our team. This is a permanent, full-time position that offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including taking and defending depositions, attending court conferences, reviewing pleadings and preparing for and going to trial.
• Conduct legal research and draft complex pleadings, motions, briefs, and appeals.
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions.
• Consult with clients to ascertain and address their legal needs.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in an effort to resolve cases favorably.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in interactions with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Contribute to firm growth by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
• Stay updated with changes in law, court decisions, and other legal matters that could impact the firm's clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an attorney, specifically in defense litigation.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Proven experience in managing a full caseload.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Unwavering ethics and a high level of professionalism.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to resolve disputes favorably for clients.

Join our team and leverage your expertise in law to provide top-notch legal services to our clients. We are excited to grow our team with individuals who share our commitment to excellence in the field of law.