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System One Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney
Location : Pittsburgh, PA
Department : Legal
Reports To : Senior Partner/Managing Partner
Job Summary
We are looking for a full-time attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have exposure and participation in all aspects of litigation, including client intake, discovery, depositions, drafting and responding to dispositive motions, and trial advocacy. The candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, including training in taking medical depositions and some trial experience as first or second chair.
Key Responsibilities
Client Intake : Conduct initial consultations and client intake, assessing potential cases and gathering necessary information.
Discovery : Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, reviewing documents, and conducting depositions.
Depositions : Take and defend depositions, with a focus on medical depositions, ensuring accurate and thorough information gathering.
Motion Practice : Draft and respond to dispositive motions, such as motions for summary judgment, and prepare supporting documents and legal arguments.
Trial Advocacy : Participate in trial preparation and advocacy, including acting as first or second chair in trials. Present evidence, examine witnesses, and deliver arguments in court.
Legal Research and Writing : Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including briefs, memoranda, and motions.
Client Communication : Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case updates and addressing any concerns they may have.
Qualifications
Education : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Bar Admission : Must be a member in good standing of the state bar.
Experience : 1-3 years of experience in litigation, including trial experience and training in taking medical depositions.
Skills :
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Compensation
Salary : Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Benefits : Paid benefits package.
Incentives : Opportunity to earn a percentage on referral settlements.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.