Associate Attorney - Product Liability

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and industrious attorney to join its Product Liability practice group in Pittsburgh, PA. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of legal tasks and client advisement within the realm of product liability.

Duties

• Investigate and evaluate product liability claims.
• Conduct legal research on product liability law and federal regulations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including depositions, hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Advise clients on risk management, compliance, recalls, and liability exposure.
• Prepare witnesses and clients for testimony.
• Maintain case files, billing records, and litigation deadlines.
• Participate in business development activities.

Requirements

• 4-10 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience with product liability, mass torts, personal injury, or complex civil cases.
• Active participation in depositions, oral arguments, and courtroom experiences.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong organization, writing, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of county, state, and federal courts and related rules of civil procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files and prioritize workloads.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of management, staff, and clients.
• Forward-thinking, organized, and a team player.
• Ability to independently solve problems and exercise sound judgment with minimal direction.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This law firm was established over three decades ago with a specialization in commercial litigation cases. Their areas of practice include litigation, qui tam, employment and labor, insurance coverage, transportation, health care, intellectual property, banking, finance, product liability, class action, and more. Their offices are located in Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Sharon, PA; Steubenville, OH; and Weirton, WV.