Junior Litigation Attorney

MDMC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

McElroy Deutsch seeks an attorney in Philadelphia, PA with at least one year of experience handling complex litigation, including insurance defense, construction, bankruptcy, or commercial matters. Candidates who have clerked for a judge are welcome.

The role encompasses drafting pleadings, researching, managing discovery, and representing clients in hearings and depositions while collaborating with senior attorneys in a team setting.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to Pennsylvania bar or other state/federal bars.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file complaints, answers, motions, and discovery responses.
• Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and clients on litigation issues.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Engage in courtroom advocacy and motion practice.

Skills

Research

Writing

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

J.D.

Tools

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

McElroy Deutsch is seeking an attorney with at least one year of experience handling complex litigation matters, including insurance defense, construction, bankruptcy and/or commercial litigation, for our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office. Candidates who have clerked for a judge but who have not worked for a law firm also considered.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and file complaints, answers, motions, and discovery responses;
• Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and clients on litigation issues;
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery;
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions;
• andEngage in courtroom advocacy and motion practice.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school;
• Admission to the Pennsylvania bar and/or other state and federal bars;
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• andAbility to manage complex cases and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• medical and dental insurance
• flexible spending account
• 401(k)
• paid vacation

Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and attorneys with disabilities are encouraged to apply.