Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Trial Attorney

Job Title: Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Trial Attorney

Location : Pittsburgh, PA

Department : Legal

Reports To : Senior Partner/Managing Partner

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced trial attorney with over 5 years of relevant experience to join our legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of trial preparation, including discovery, reviewing medical records, taking depositions, and participating in trials. This position requires excellent writing skills and offers great opportunities for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Trial Preparation : Conduct thorough trial preparation, including the development of case strategies, witness preparation, and drafting of trial materials.

• Discovery : Manage all aspects of the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, conducting depositions, and analyzing discovery responses.

• Medical Records Review : Review and analyze medical records to support case development and strategy.

• Depositions : Take and defend depositions, ensuring that all necessary information is obtained and properly documented.

• Trial Participation : Actively participate in trials, including presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and delivering arguments.

• Legal Research and Writing : Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda.

• Client Communication : Maintain regular communication with clients, providing 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 : Minimum of 5 years of trial experience, including trial preparation, discovery, and participation in trials.

• 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 annual 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.