Personal Injury Attorney

A confidential national defense law firm seeks an experienced personal injury attorney to join its Philadelphia team. The attorney will handle defense-side civil litigation matters, including automobile collisions, premises liability, and general tort claims, representing corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts.

• Manage a substantial caseload of personal injury defense matters from intake through resolution or trial.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct factual and legal investigations, review and organize medical and employment records, and analyze liability and damages issues.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials; coordinate with experts and witnesses.
• Handle court appearances, oral arguments, and motion practice in state and federal courts within Pennsylvania.
• Negotiate settlements and provide strategic guidance to clients on liability exposure and risk management.
• Maintain accurate case files using case management and e‑filing systems and meet all court deadlines and calendaring requirements.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active admission to the Pennsylvania bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of defense-side personal injury litigation experience; experience with automobile, premises liability, and general tort defense preferred.
• Demonstrated courtroom experience, including depositions and trial participation.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume litigation caseload and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Professional client management skills and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, witnesses, and colleagues.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania civil procedure, evidence rules, and e‑filing systems.
• Ability to work onsite with the Philadelphia team and travel as required for hearings, depositions, and trials.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally resourced defense practice.