Associate Attorney

  • Full-Time
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Edelson Lechtzin LLP
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

Strong preference for a candidate with class action litigation experience.

Core Responsibilities

  • Investigate potential new class action cases involving violations of ERISA, federal securities laws, antitrust laws, and FLSA
  • Responsible for having a thorough knowledge of all facts in each case that is assigned
  • Review, summarize, and highlight evidence gathered from documents
  • Research legal issues using Westlaw
  • Conduct all phases of civil discovery, including drafting written discovery requests and reviewing documents
  • Draft briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents
  • Assist senior attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and depositions

Requirements and Qualifications

  • J.D. from ABA-accredited law school
  • 2-5 years of class action litigation experience
  • Pennsylvania, New York, or California bar admission preferred
  • Highly accomplished academic and employment credentials
  • Exceptional analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail
  • Superior writing, drafting, and oral advocacy skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Results-oriented with a high level of initiative
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with internal and external contacts at all levels
  • Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain focus and composure in stressful situations
  • Manage highly confidential information with professionalism and integrity
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Most client meetings, depositions, and court appearances are conducted remotely.

Work Location:

  • Multiple locations

Work Remotely:

  • Temporarily due to COVID-19

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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