Civil Defense Litigation Attorney Job in Wilmington, DE Near Me - 356244 | BCGSearch.com

Civil Defense Litigation Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Delaware - Wilmington

Job ID 3LIU356244

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 - Max. 7 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Litigation - Labor & EmploymentMedical Malpractice DefenseProfessional Liability Defense

2024-11-28 01:15:26

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Delaware-barred attorney to join its Wilmington, Delaware office as a Civil Defense Litigation Attorney. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, exposure to a wide array of litigation matters, and the opportunity to provide strategic legal counsel on challenging cases.

Duties

  • Case Management:
    • Handle all phases of litigation, including initiation, discovery, and resolution in cases involving professional malpractice, employment disputes, and related matters.
  • Court Representation:
    • Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case management conferences.
  • Legal Research and Drafting:
    • Conduct in-depth legal research and draft discovery requests, responses, motions, pleadings, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda.
  • Client Communication:
    • Maintain regular communication with clients, providing status updates, legal analysis, and strategic advice throughout the litigation process.
  • Negotiation and Settlement:
    • Negotiate with opposing counsel to resolve claims and reach favorable settlements.
  • Case Review and Reporting:
    • Summarize discovery responses and depositions and prepare litigation status reports for clients.

Requirements

Experience

  • Prior experience in medical malpractice, professional liability, or employment litigation is preferred.

Skills

  • Strong legal research and writing skills.
  • Excellent organizational abilities, particularly in managing complex cases.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Lexis software.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

  • Admission to the Delaware State Bar is mandatory.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching options.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible spending account and employee assistance program.
  • Paid time off and life insurance.
  • Flexible schedule and referral program.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking a challenging yet rewarding practice with opportunities for growth and development in a supportive and collegial environment.

Founded over two decades ago, this law firm specializes in defense litigation. Their areas of practice include transportation, premises liability, toxic tort, construction accident, employment law, bankruptcy, environmental, coverage, and appellate. Their offices are located in Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York City, Pittsburgh, Delaware, and Maryland.

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