Description:
Position Summary:We are seeking an Associate Attorney licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to join our Cherry Hill office. The ideal candidate will have 1–7 years of personal injury litigation experience and the ability to manage and assist with a litigation caseload from intake through resolution. This position requires strong litigation skills, excellent client communication, and a commitment to achieving outstanding results for our clients. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and hands-on litigation experience while working alongside experienced attorneys.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and assist with a caseload of personal injury matters throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
- Conduct client consultations and case evaluations.
- Analyze liability, damages, medical records, and insurance coverage.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal correspondence.
- Conduct and participate in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
- Attend court appearances in Pennsylvania and New Jersey state and federal courts.
- Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial strategy.
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments and case strategy.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to maximize case outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with court deadlines and firm procedures.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active licenses and good standing in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
- 1–7 years of personal injury litigation experience.
- Strong litigation, negotiation, and case management skills.
- Experience with or exposure to depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines, both independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to client service.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience.
- Experience handling motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, workplace injuries, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.
- Trial preparation experience or an interest in developing trial advocacy skills.
- Familiarity with Clio, EVE, Egnyte, and other legal case management platforms.
