Job Description Job Description
Mid-sized Center City Law Firm looking for an Associate Attorney ideally with 1-3 years of Plaintiff's personal injury/insurance defense experience working in the auto/premises sector. Candidates must be licensed to practice in PA and NJ. Benefits include a competitive compensation package including origination credit and bonuses, fully paid health and dental benefits, PTO, employer matched 401k and profit share.
Attorney Responsibilities:
- Communicating with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns and providing them with advice.
- Developing strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
- Explaining legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
- Building relationships with clients based on trust.
- Developing arguments and representing clients in criminal and civil legal proceedings.
- Preparing legal documents, such as contracts, dispositions, and pleadings, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Staying informed about current legislation, especially concerning legal specialties.
- Finding ethical solutions to legal matters.
Attorney Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in PA & NJ
- 1-3yrs experience or expertise in medical malpractice, products liability and/or other complex injury cases
- Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
- Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
- Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, public speaking skills.
- Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
- Adaptability and attention to detail.
