Personal Injury Attorney

A confidential national defense law firm seeks an experienced personal injury attorney to join its Philadelphia team. The attorney will handle defense-side civil litigation matters, including automobile collisions, premises liability, and general tort claims, representing corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts.Manage a substantial caseload of personal injury defense matters from intake through resolution or trial.Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.Conduct factual and legal investigations, review and organize medical and employment records, and analyze liability and damages issues.Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials; coordinate with experts and witnesses.Handle court appearances, oral arguments, and motion practice in state and federal courts within Pennsylvania.Negotiate settlements and provide strategic guidance to clients on liability exposure and risk management.Maintain accurate case files using case management and e‑filing systems and meet all court deadlines and calendaring requirements.Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate.Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active admission to the Pennsylvania bar in good standing.Minimum of 3 years of defense-side personal injury litigation experience; experience with automobile, premises liability, and general tort defense preferred.Demonstrated courtroom experience, including depositions and trial participation.Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.Proven ability to manage a high-volume litigation caseload and prioritize competing deadlines.Professional client management skills and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, witnesses, and colleagues.Familiarity with Pennsylvania civil procedure, evidence rules, and e‑filing systems.Ability to work onsite with the Philadelphia team and travel as required for hearings, depositions, and trials.Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally resourced defense practice.