Civil Rights Attorney – Philadelphia, PA

Marshall Dennehey • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Marshall Dennehey, P.C. is seeking a Professional Liability attorney with at least five years of legal experience for its Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office. The position is part of a collaborative, client-focused litigation practice offering client interaction, practice growth, trial opportunities, and federal court practice. The attorney will defend government officials, police officers, prison guards, cities, and municipalities against claims of civil rights violations and claims under §1983, with a focus on U.S. Constitutional issues.

The attorney will interact with police officers, detectives, and other officials to investigate shootings, arrests, and allegations of improper conduct. The role may involve visiting prisons to interview and depose witnesses. The attorney will work closely with experienced shareholders and associates and receive mentorship, continuous feedback, and individualized goal-setting, developing toward full case management over time. The firm values analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills.

Requirements

• At least five years of legal experience.
• Interest in U.S. Constitutional issues and defending government officials and municipalities in civil rights matters.
• Comfort interacting with officials, investigating allegations of improper conduct, and visiting prisons to interview and depose witnesses.
• Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend government officials, police officers, prison guards, cities, and municipalities against civil rights and §1983 claims.
• Investigate allegations of improper conduct, including incidents involving shootings and arrests.
• Interact with police officers, detectives, and other officials to determine what occurred.
• Visit prisons to interview and depose witnesses.
• Work with experienced shareholders and associates while developing toward full case management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account, which can cover items such as student loan repayments, gym memberships, dry cleaning, theme park tickets, and home-delivered meal kits.
• Long-term stability and a clear future with the firm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed