Litigation Associate

Salary: $100000.00 to $120000.00 yearly

Description

Litigation Associate -1-5 Years

Full-Time, Direct Hire (Center City, Philadelphia, PA) Hybrid

Our client, a reputable mid-sized law firm located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Defense Litigation Associate to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience in defense litigation, with a strong background in writing, research, and billing. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive, collaborative environment while working on complex defense cases for prominent clients in the insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including personal injury, property damage, and other liability cases.
• Draft and file motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case memoranda and summaries.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials as needed, assisting senior attorneys and clients.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and experts to facilitate case progression.
• Prepare billing entries in accordance with client guidelines and firm standards.
• Assist in the development and execution of case strategies.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal staff to ensure efficient case management and client service.
  
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 2-5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, ideally with experience handling personal injury and property damage cases.
• Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.
• Experience with deposition preparation and court appearances is a plus.
• Familiarity with legal billing practices and client-specific billing guidelines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• PA Bar Admission required (NJ Bar admission is a plus).
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental, vision, and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Opportunity for professional development and growth within the firm.
• Hybrid work model available.
  
  
  

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