Litigation Attorney

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is a regional defense law firm with offices in Philadelphia, North Jersey, and Manhattan. We seek a civil litigation attorney to join our Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice practice.

The role involves handling depositions, motions, and complex litigation while representing clients in high-exposure matters. A strong writing and research background is essential, along with the ability to manage a large caseload and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of civil litigation experience required.
• Medical malpractice experience is a plus.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Barred in Pennsylvania or able to obtain PA admission.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Record and disseminate information on behalf of clients.
• Summarize medical records and highlight critical information.
• Prepare client status reports and outline next steps.

Skills

Civil litigation

Medical malpractice

Deposition experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

PA bar admission

Job description

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is a regional insurance defense law firm with offices in Philadelphia, North Jersey, and Manhattan that has been successfully litigating cases for its clients for close to four decades. We are an aggressive and talented team of trial attorneys who are dedicated to getting the best results for our clients.

We are seeking a civil litigation attorney to join our Pennsylvania team in our Medical Malpractice practice areas.

As one of the region’s prominent civil law firms, we are recognized for our successful representation of individuals and companies facing liability relating to automotive and trucking negligence, medical malpractice, toxic torts, work related accidents, as well as various other forms of general liability. Since the firm’s inception, we have also worked with our clients in combating healthcare and insurance fraud throughout the region and have cemented ourselves as one of the region’s top firms in this arena.

Responsibilities

• Drafting of pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Record and disseminate all information on behalf of the clients.
• Summarize medical records and highlight important information.
• Write reports to clients summarizing the status of the case and the next steps that will be taken.
• Identify, research, and analyze legal issues and conflicting legal opinions.
• Take and defend depositions, handle arbitrations, and argue motions.
• Attend in-person and virtual court appearances.
• Provide legal representation of clients to protect their interests in defense of complex and high exposure litigation.
• Explain litigation to those unfamiliar with the process.
• Take charge of cases to move them toward cost effective, efficient, and fair resolutions.
• Juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in civil litigation; medical malpractice is a plus.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other complex assignments.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Barred in the state of Pennsylvania or ability to obtain a bar license in Pennsylvania.
• The ability to manage a large caseload and the day-to-day tasks involved within the cases.
• A strong desire to learn and grow in their legal profession.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with senior attorneys, partners, staff, clients, opposing counsel, and the court system.