Remote Associate Attorney — Commercial Transportation Litigation

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires and Newby; Elm (PA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical benefits

Job summary

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires and Newby is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Commercial Transportation Practice Group. The role offers remote work from Pennsylvania and exposure to third-party responsibility for trucking matters, with collaboration among senior attorneys.

You will manage cases from inception to resolution, draft dispositive motions, supervise discovery, and represent clients in mediations and trials.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in commercial transportation/trucking.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active and good standing PA bar license; NY bar a plus.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution.
• Conduct case evaluations, develop litigation strategy, and advise clients on risk assessment and potential exposure.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, prepare trial briefs, oversee discovery, including expert witness preparation.
• Support the preparation and filing of lawsuits to recover funds from responsible third parties.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop sound case strategies.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, depositions, hearings and trials.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing regular and timely updates to clients on case status, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with adjusters, recovery specialists, and outside counsel to pursue recoveries efficiently.
• Stay current on changes in the law.
• Ability to travel for court, client meetings, etc.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires and Newby is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Commercial Transportation Practice Group. The role offers remote work from Pennsylvania and exposure to third-party responsibility for trucking matters, with collaboration among senior attorneys.

You will manage cases from inception to resolution, draft dispositive motions, supervise discovery, and represent clients in mediations and trials.