Attorney needed for Philadelphia office

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Attorney to join their team in Philadelphia, PA. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil litigation, focusing on toxic tort and asbestos cases. The Attorney will be responsible for effective communication, delivering high-quality work products, meeting deadlines, and fostering positive relationships within the firm.

Job Details:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products.
• Successfully meet deadlines, and expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships within the firm.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience with civil litigation in state and federal courts.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions, managing a case docket, and appearing in court is preferred.
• Candidates with experience handling toxic tort and asbestos litigation are a plus.
• Admission to the New York Bar is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar (optional).

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Case management and docketing skills.
• Ability to conduct and defend depositions.
• Familiarity with toxic tort and asbestos litigation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated Attorney to contribute to the success of a dynamic law firm while working on challenging and impactful cases in the field of civil litigation.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.