Litigation Attorney

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexitas seeks an experienced litigation associate for a growth-focused role in a prominent national plaintiff’s firm. This on-site Philadelphia position offers compensation starting at $100k+ depending on experience and a pathway for growth.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in personal injury practice, with strong writing and research skills; trial participation experience is strongly preferred. Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on protected status.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in personal injury practice.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Experience preparing for and participating in trials is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of litigation matters from filing through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to drive case development.

Job description

Our client, a prominent national plaintiff’s law firm, seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its growing team. This is an excellent growth opportunity for an attorney interested in being part of a busy trial-oriented firm devoted to strong client advocacy.

The firm offers highly competitive compensation and benefits, starting at 100k+ and up depending on experience. This position is on-site in Philadelphia.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of litigation matters from filing through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to drive case development

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a personal injury practice on either the plaintiff or defense side. Candidates must be able to demonstrate strong writing and research skills. Experience preparing for and participating in trials is strongly preferred.

Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.