Associate - Remote Eligible

Associate Attorney – Commercial Transportation/Litigation - Remote from PA (or anywhere we have an office) Job Description Weber Gallagher

has an immediate opening for an Associate for our Commercial Transportation Practice Group. The candidate will have the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere we have an office. The Associate will work closely with our senior attorneys, gaining hands-on experience in determining third-party responsibility for various matters including commercial trucking and transportation. Responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. Conduct case evaluations, develop litigation strategy, and advise clients on risk assessment and potential exposure. Draft and argue dispositive motions, prepare trial briefs, oversee discovery, including expert witness preparation. Support the preparation and filing of lawsuits to recover funds from responsible third parties. Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop sound case strategies. Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, depositions, hearings and trials. Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing regular and timely updates to clients on case status, strategy, and potential outcomes. Collaborate with adjusters, recovery specialists, and outside counsel to pursue recoveries efficiently. Stay current on changes in the law. Ability to travel for court, client meetings, etc. Requirements: 2-7 years of litigation experience, preferably in the commercial transportation/trucking industry. J.D. from an accredited law school. Active and good standing PA and NJ bar license required; NY or CT Bar license a plus. Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously. Weber Gallagher is a thriving and growing firm with more than 160 legal professionals in 13 locations. The firm is an equal-opportunity employer offering a friendly office environment, competitive salaries, bonuses and generous benefits, including 401K and medical. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, ancestry, physical handicap, disability, national origin, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other factor/status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.