Civil Litigation Associate

Kaufman Dolowich LLP

$110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Philadelphia, PA
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Admission to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey required, preferred admission to Federal Courts in both states.
  • 4 to 5 years of experience in professional and commercial liability litigation.
  • Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Handle all phases of various liability and commercial litigation matters from inception to resolution.
  • Draft litigation documents including pleadings and motions.
  • Conduct legal research and assist in litigation strategy and case analysis.
  • Manage discovery and prepare for depositions, mediations, and trials.
  • Communicate directly with clients and others, providing case updates and guidance.
  • Collaborate with attorneys across practices on complex litigation cases.
  • Assist with insurance coverage matters as needed.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship.
  • Significant professional growth and advancement opportunities.
  • Unlimited PTO for Attorneys.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities.
  • Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options.
Full Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and commercial litigation matters. 

 

The ideal candidate will have between 4 to 5 years of experience. This position provides an opportunity to practice at a firm with a national reach and handle interesting cases from pre-suit through appeal.

 

Responsibilities

  • Handle all phases of professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, breach of contracts, and other litigation-related documents
  • Conduct legal research, assist with litigation strategy, and case analysis
  • Manage discovery, prepare for, and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
  • Communicate directly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and witnesses while providing regular case updates and strategic guidance
  • Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
  • Assist with and/or handle insurance coverage matters as opportunities arise
  • Provide proactive case management and client reporting 

Qualifications

  • Admission to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey required, admission to Federal Courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey preferred
  • 4 to 5 years of professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation experience
  • Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
  • Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills 

Preferred Experience

  • Professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation
  • Insurance coverage litigation
  • Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
  • Experience managing matters independently

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and supportSignificant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
  • Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
  • Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience

We offer flexible work arrangements, including fully remote and hybrid options. The specific arrangement will be determined in collaboration with you, based on your experience, responsibilities, and team needs.

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