About this role
Personal Injury & Commercial Litigation Associate Benefits & Compensation Salary: $140k–$190k base salary, based on experience and qualifications Flexible work environment Unlimited PTO for attorneys and professional management Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Managed retirement program No business development requirement Resources and mentoring available for attorneys interested in building a book of business Collaborative, professional firm culture focused on quality, judgment, and long-term growth
Personal Injury & Commercial Litigation Associate Requirements & Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) and active Pennsylvania Bar admission in good standing Approximately 5–10 years of significant, consistent personal injury litigation experience from either the plaintiff or defense side At least some commercial litigation experience Current experience practicing within a law firm environment Strong hands-on experience independently taking and defending depositions Experience managing litigation matters through multiple stages of the case lifecycle Strong motion practice, legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills Excellent professional judgment and client-facing communication skills
Personal Injury & Commercial Litigation Associate Preferred Background & Skills Experience with personal injury matters involving general liability, catastrophic injury, premises liability, automobile liability, medical malpractice, products liability, or related claims Commercial litigation experience First-chair or active second-chair trial experience Experience deposing parties, fact witnesses, corporate representatives, medical professionals, and expert witnesses Demonstrated employment stability and interest in building a long-term career within an established firm Polished, responsive, detail-oriented, and proactive approach to client service and case management Collaborative, low-ego, team-oriented working style
Personal Injury & Commercial Litigation Associate Responsibilities Manage personal injury and related civil litigation matters from discovery through resolution or trial Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, corporate representatives, medical professionals, and experts Develop case strategy in collaboration with partners and other members of the litigation team Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions Research, draft, file, and argue substantive and pre-trial motions Prepare matters for mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial Participate meaningfully in jury trials, with responsibilities based on experience Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel, insurers, and other parties Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy, developments, and resolution Assist with commercial and other civil litigation matters based on experience and firm needs 1800 billable hours per year requirement
JOB ID: 180177
Renee Tabak