Associate Attorney (Civil Defense)

Well-established civil litigation law firm has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney in its' Harrisburg, PA office.

Harrisburg civil litigation firm has a full-time associate attorney position available. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn from senior attorneys and experienced litigation associates. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for performing legal research, drafting pleadings, drafting written discovery documents, drafting responses to discovery requests and keeping client files up to date with written reports and summaries. The position offers the successful candidate to grow in this position.

Associate Attorney Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, affidavits, and motions;
• Conduct legal research, assist senior attorneys to prepare for depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, trial, and other legal proceedings;
• Communicate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently; and
• Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is available for senior attorneys, paralegals and support staff.

Qualifications For The Successful Candidate Include:

• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school;
• Successful completion of the Pennsylvania Bar examination;
• Ability to work with senior attorneys;
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills required to work with senior attorneys, paralegals, and staff members;
• Strong analytical ability and strong attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to prioritize assignments; and
• Exceptionalwriting skills.

Positon offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Harrisburg, PA 17101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Work Location: One location