Attorney - General Liability

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Attorney specializing in General Liability for its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience and demonstrate strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception to post-trial.
• Communicate with clients to keep them updated on case status.
• Make court appearances and participate in mediation.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Prepare, review, and respond to discovery.
• Conduct research as required by each case.
• Conduct direct and cross-examination of expert witnesses at trial and depositions.
• Meet billing requirements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in general liability.
• Experience with depositions, mediation, and courtroom proceedings preferred.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Strong positive attitude and teamwork skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Washington, DC.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and merit-based bonuses.
• Paid time off.
• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• 401K participation with employer contribution and profit sharing.
• Pre-tax Commuting Plan.
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Options.
• Life Insurance.

This law firm was founded over four decades ago and specializes in defending civil litigation cases. Their areas of practice include labor and employment, property SIU, commercial or business litigation, construction law, transportation, general liability, workers' comp, civil rights, and bad faith. Their offices are located in Allentown, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Wiles-Barre, PA; Baltimore, MD; Clinton, NJ; and Washington, DC.