Civil Litigation Associate

Summary

Kaufman Dolowich LLP is a full-service National Law firm seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to join their civil defense litigation team. The role involves managing all phases of litigation, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and collaborating with attorneys on complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, breach of contracts, and other litigation-related documents
• Conduct legal research, assist with litigation strategy, and case analysis
• Manage discovery, prepare for, and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Communicate directly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and witnesses while providing regular case updates and strategic guidance
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
• Assist with and/or handle insurance coverage matters as opportunities arise
• Provide proactive case management and client reporting

Skills

• Admission to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey required, admission to Federal Courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey preferred
• 4 to 5 years of professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills
• Professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation
• Insurance coverage litigation
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Experience managing matters independently

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Admission to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey required, admission to Federal Courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey preferred
• 4 to 5 years of professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills

Nice to Haves

• Professional liability, general liability, directors' and officers' liability, and/or commercial litigation
• Insurance coverage litigation
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Experience managing matters independently

Benefits

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
• We offer flexible work arrangements, including fully remote and hybrid options
• The specific arrangement will be determined in collaboration with you, based on your experience, responsibilities, and team needs.