Description:
Description:Position: Associate Attorney
Location: Jersey City, Doylestown, PA – Hybrid
Practice Group: General Liability
Position Overview:
Lydecker is seeking an associate attorney with 0-7 years of experience for its Doylestown PA or Jersey City office. The position is hybrid. The applicant should be admitted to practice in NJ or PA. Dual admission is preferred. A driver's license is required. The firm provides extensive training to its new associates. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will be handling a variety of cases, including the defense of casualty, professional liability, and employment matters. If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work in our northeast defense litigation practice group, this may be the opportunity for you!
This is a hybrid position for our Jersey City. Candidates that are currently clerking and able to start in the fall are welcomed to apply!
Job Requirements:
- This position requires a NJ and/or PA bar license in good standing.
- A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school
- 0-7 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in General liability, Labor and employment, property and causality or any insurance defense litigation.
- Previous experience should include working on up to 25+ cases at once, attending and defending depositions, taking depositions, appearance in court, motion and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a plus but not required
- Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
- Be self-motivated and a self-starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills
- Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required
- Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
- Temperament: Ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
- Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers
- Must be willing and able to bill a minimum
- Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery
- Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested
- Prepare for and attend depositions
- Assist with preparation for mediations and trials
