Commercial Litigation Attorney

Genuine Search Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Search Group in Philadelphia is seeking a Commercial Litigation attorney to join our legal team for a mid-sized growing firm handling about 60 cases concurrently. All leads will be brought in by the firm and there will be additional incentives if an attorney brings in business.

Responsibilities include managing a broad caseload, doing legal research with LexisNexis and Westlaw, drafting pleadings and estate planning documents, and representing clients in court proceedings and

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania (New Jersey preferred)
• 2+ years of business litigation or wills/trusts/estates experience
• Willingness to meet with clients onsite in Philadelphia or Norristown

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload including general & commercial litigation and estate planning.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, wills, trusts, and other estate planning instruments with precision.
• Represent clients in court depositions, mediations, hearings, and negotiations.
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on estate planning strategies, probate procedures, trust administration.
• Maintain meticulous case management records and meet deadlines.
• Communicate progress and options to clients clearly

Skills

Legal research

Litigation experience

Client communication

Case management

Education

Licensed attorney in PA (NJ preferred)

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

We are seeking a Commercial Litigation to join our legal team for a mid-sized growing law firm in Philadelphia handling about 60 cases concurrently. All leads will be brought in by the firm and there will be additional incentives if an attorney chooses or has the skillset to bring in business, as well.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload involving general & commercial litigation, estate planning, trusts, estates, and related disputes
• Manage a caseload of trusts, estate planning, business disputes, breach of contract and other business litigation cases that comes up.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and ensure compliance with procedural law requirements
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, contracts, wills, trusts, and other estate planning instruments with precision and clarity
• Represent clients in court depositions, mediations, hearings, and negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on estate planning strategies, probate procedures, trust administration, and related legal matters
• Maintain meticulous case management records using legal case management systems while ensuring adherence to deadlines and procedural rules
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain legal options, progress updates, and post-litigation or estate settlement processes

Requirements:

• Must be licensed in Pennsylvania (Pennsylvania and New Jersey preferred but not required)
• At least 2+ years of business litigation or Wills, Trusts, or Estates experience
• Ability to meet with clients for onsite meetings in the office in Philadelphia or Norristown (whichever office is closer to you)