Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney from System One
Pittsburgh, PA
About the Job
Job Title: Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Department: Legal
Reports To: Senior Partner/Managing Partner
Job Summary
We are looking for a full-time attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have exposure and participation in all aspects of litigation, including client intake, discovery, depositions, drafting and responding to dispositive motions, and trial advocacy. The candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, including training in taking medical depositions and some trial experience as first or second chair.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Department: Legal
Reports To: Senior Partner/Managing Partner
Job Summary
We are looking for a full-time attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have exposure and participation in all aspects of litigation, including client intake, discovery, depositions, drafting and responding to dispositive motions, and trial advocacy. The candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, including training in taking medical depositions and some trial experience as first or second chair.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Intake: Conduct initial consultations and client intake, assessing potential cases and gathering necessary information.
- Discovery: Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, reviewing documents, and conducting depositions.
- Depositions: Take and defend depositions, with a focus on medical depositions, ensuring accurate and thorough information gathering.
- Motion Practice: Draft and respond to dispositive motions, such as motions for summary judgment, and prepare supporting documents and legal arguments.
- Trial Advocacy: Participate in trial preparation and advocacy, including acting as first or second chair in trials. Present evidence, examine witnesses, and deliver arguments in court.
- Legal Research and Writing: Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including briefs, memoranda, and motions.
- Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case updates and addressing any concerns they may have.
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Bar Admission: Must be a member in good standing of the state bar.
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in litigation, including trial experience and training in taking medical depositions.
- Skills:
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Salary: Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits: Paid benefits package.
- Incentives: Opportunity to earn a percentage on referral settlements.
