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Litigation Defense Attorney

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Robert Half

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United States, Philadelphia

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Salary:

130000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year
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A well-established and highly regarded law firm in Center City, Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced Litigation Defense Attorney to join its dynamic team in a Hybrid role as an Associate Attorney. This is an exciting opportunity to work with accomplished attorneys on professional liability, malpractice defense, and complex commercial litigation matters. The firm offers a collaborative work environment, strong marketing support, hybrid work opportunities, and competitive compensation with incentives for business development. If you are looking for a firm that values excellence, client advocacy, and professional growth, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Job Responsibility:

  • Represent defendants in trial and appellate courts, handling professional liability/malpractice claims, complex commercial litigation, and employment litigation matters
  • Conduct depositions, prepare and argue motions, draft trial documents, and manage all aspects of discovery
  • Perform detailed legal research, apply strategic analysis, and communicate findings effectively to clients, attorneys, and courts
  • Attend court appearances, hearings, and other legal proceedings in Pennsylvania and the surrounding region while maintaining strong client relationships
  • Utilize legal research platforms such as Westlaw and document management systems like iManage to streamline casework

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of litigation / lawyer experience with a focus on professional liability/malpractice defense and complex commercial litigation
  • Pennsylvania (PA) Bar admission is required
  • New Jersey (NJ) and/or New York (NY) Bar admission is a plus
  • Strong familiarity with Pennsylvania and Federal Court rules, local court practices, and civil filing procedures
  • Excellent legal writing and research skills with the ability to analyze cases and draft persuasive arguments
  • Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, and convey complex legal issues clearly in writing and verbally
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, online legal research platforms, and case/document management systems
What we offer:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Life insurance
  • disability insurance (short and long-term)
  • firm-wide professional development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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