Associate Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Manage files and formulate case strategies.

• Oversee discovery processes and conduct depositions.

• Collaborate with experts while maintaining communication with clients and insurance carriers.

• Engage in motion practice and prepare cases for trial.

• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, motion practices, and trials.

• Create persuasive case strategies and achieve results.

• Work alongside attorneys and staff of varying experience levels.

• Ensure consistent and professional communication with clients.

• Establish and foster relationships with current and potential clients.

• Mentor and guide junior attorneys.

• Work on civil defense cases in both state and federal courts, covering areas such as general liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, professional liability, construction defects, product liability, and auto/commercial transportation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in insurance defense.

• Active Pennsylvania Bar license is mandatory.

• Dual admission in Pennsylvania and New Jersey is highly preferred.

• Previous billing experience is required.

• Ability to independently manage and progress files.

• Strong skills in writing, analysis, and communication.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

• 1 to 8 years of substantial litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation.

• Capability to independently handle a full caseload from discovery to trial.

• Previous experience in insurance defense is preferred.

• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing software.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Self-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for each subsequent tier.

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, with plans available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) plan featuring a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4-5%.

• Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan ($100–$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year of employment.

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.

• Extensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.

• CLE programs provided by the firm, along with paid bar license renewal fees.

• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

• Clear pathway to partnership.

• Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.

• Firm-wide charitable giving program.

• Numerous social and off-site events held throughout the year.

• Flexible Work Model: Options for remote, hybrid, or onsite work available.