Entry-level Attorney – General Liability – Philadelphia Office

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires and Newby•Philadelphia, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Weber Gallagher has an immediate opening for an entry-level Associate Attorney to join the General Liability group in our Philadelphia Office. The individual will be responsible for handling a wide range of general liability, defense litigation matters in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience, preferably in defense litigation.
J.D. from an accredited law school.
PA and NJ active bar licenses, required.
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated interest in liability defense.

Nice To Haves

Clerkship experience, a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze complex legal and factual issues and conduct well-reasoned legal research.
Draft pleadings, answer written discovery, take depositions, and participate in arbitrations and trials.
Communicate with clients, the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel while adhering to all deadlines.
Ability to travel for court, client meetings, etc.
Flexibility to work remotely with a willingness to come into the Philadelphia office as needed.