Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A leading law firm in Towson, MD is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 2-5 years of litigation experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment, handling diverse and challenging cases, including professional malpractice and employment claims. The role is ideal for an attorney looking to gain hands-on experience and be involved in all phases of litigation from initiation to discovery.

Duties:

• Represent clients in various litigation matters, including professional malpractice and employment disputes.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case management conferences.
• Conduct complex legal research and manage discovery investigations.
• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and settlement agreements.
• Prepare litigation summaries, case evaluations, and legal memoranda.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, providing legal analysis, status reports, and advice throughout the litigation process.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid Maryland Bar license (D.C. license is a plus).
• 2-5 years of litigation experience.
• Prior experience in medical malpractice, professional liability, or employment litigation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a demanding caseload.
• Excellent legal writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Lexis.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Maryland. D.C. Bar admission is an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and legal research skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in negotiation and client counseling.
• Proficiency in legal research software and technology.

Job Location:

• Towson, MD

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Referral program for new hires.

Over a quarter century experience puts this law firm at the forefront of defense litigation. They hold offices in Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York City, Westchester County, Pittsburgh, Delaware, and Maryland, with practice areas in general liability, toxic tort, mass tort, & product liability, construction accident, employment law, bankruptcy, and environmental regulatory. They represent clients with vigorous defense, backed by a dynamic team that exceeds expectation.