Associate Attorney 2

Associate AttorneyLitchfield Cavo seeks a highly-motivated associate attorney with at least five years' experience in the defense of civil litigation. Broad experience in insurance defense is a plus, as is experience in personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, employment, banking and automobile cases. Must be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Additional state admissions is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm. The Philadelphia office offers a hybrid work environment.Skills and abilities:Practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and state of New Jersey in state and federal courts;Manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;Excellent written and verbal communication skills;Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;Ability to move from case to case; and,Knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:Draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;Review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.