Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is a regional insurance defense law firm with offices in Philadelphia, Manhattan, and North Jersey that has been successfully litigating cases for its clients for close to four decades. We are an aggressive and talented team of trial attorneys who are dedicated to getting the best results for our clients.

We are seeking a civil litigation attorney to join our Philadelphia team in our personal injury and general liability practice area. 

As one of the region’s prominent civil law firms, we are recognized for our successful representation of individuals and companies facing liability relating to automotive and trucking negligence, medical malpractice, toxic torts, work related accidents, as well as various other forms of general liability. Since the firm’s inception, we have also worked with our clients in combating healthcare and insurance fraud throughout the region and have cemented ourselves as one of the region’s top firms in this arena. 

Responsibilities

Our attorneys get REAL responsibilities from day one. Talented attorneys get full ownership of a case from inception to resolution meaning they are the point person for the day-to-day responsibilities and handle all aspects.

• Drafting of pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Record and disseminate all information on behalf of the clients.
• Summarize medical records and highlight important information.
• Write reports to clients summarizing the status of the case and the next steps that will be taken.
• Identify, research, and analyze legal issues and conflicting legal opinions.
• Take and defend depositions, handle arbitrations, and argue motions. 
• Attend in-person and virtual court appearances. 
• Provide legal representation of clients to protect their interests in defense of complex and high exposure litigation.
• Explain litigation to those unfamiliar with the process.
• Take charge of cases to move them toward cost effective, efficient, and fair resolutions.
• Juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of defense litigation experience in medical malpractice.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other complex assignments.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Exhibit good judgment and organizational skills.
• The ability to manage a large caseload and the day-to-day tasks involved within the cases.
• A strong desire to learn and grow in their legal profession.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with senior attorneys, partners, staff, clients, opposing counsel, and the court system.
• Experience billing for your time.

Benefits

Our Firm offers a generous benefits package, which includes a 401(k) with employer contribution, paid time off, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, voluntary insurances, parental leave, annual bonuses, and professional development assistance.

 

Pay: From $100,000/yr

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Goldberg, Miller & Rubin, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace