Associate - Philadelphia

Weber Gallagher; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical benefits

Bonuses

Job summary

A law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a highly-skilled attorney to join as a Partner in the civil defense litigation group. This role requires managing a diverse caseload, drafting legal documents, and providing strategic case guidance. Candidates should have over 9 years of experience in casualty litigation, and hold active PA and NJ bar licenses. The position also offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive salaries with benefits, including 401K and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience, preferably in casualty litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, answering discovery, and leading depositions.
• Active and in good standing PA and NJ bar licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, answer discovery, take depositions, and participate in trials.
• Communicate regularly with clients and provide case updates.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Trial experience

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

PA and NJ bar license

Job description

Weber Gallagher is seeking a highly-skilled and experienced attorney to join our firm as a Partner in the civil defense litigation group in our Philadelphia office, working on a broad range of general liability litigation matters including casualty litigation experience (personal injury, motor vehicle, etc.) in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and possibly Delaware.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution.
• Oversee and contribute towards case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, answer written discovery, take depositions, and participate in arbitrations and trials.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop sound case strategies.
• Communicate with clients, the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
• Provide regular and timely updates to clients on case status, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with partners, associates, and legal staff, and provide mentorship to junior attorneys.
• Manage cases while adhering to billing and budget requirements.
• Build and foster strong client relationships.
• Ability to travel for court, client meetings, etc.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule from our Philadelphia office.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience, preferably in casualty litigation.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• PA and NJ bar license, active and in good standing, required; DE bar license also a plus.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Have experience drafting pleadings, answering written discovery, leading depositions and handling mediations.
• Have experience with arbitrations and/or second-chair trial experience.
• Have experience in premises liability, general liability, product liability, personal injury, motor vehicle, property damage, construction and labor law, and insurance defense.
• Excellent academic credentials as well as strong research, writing, organization, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven track record of success in courtroom appearances, depositions, and settlement negotiations.

Benefits

Competitive salaries, bonuses and generous benefits, including 401K and medical.

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, ancestry, physical handicap, disability, national origin, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other factor/ status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.