Senior Attorney - Civil Rights Unit
Philadelphia, PA, United States On-site
$121,875–$147,534 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The candidate will have extensive opportunities to handle jury trials. Lawyers in the Civil Rights Unit must exhibit poise, confidence, and superior oral advocacy skills. Additionally, lawyers in the Civil Rights Unit must demonstrate excellent legal research and writing capability. The candidate will be knowledgeable about legal issues arising under civil rights statute 42 U.S.C. sec. 1983, municipal liability under Monell and its progeny, and the immunities and exceptions provided under the Pennsylvania Tort Claims Act. This position is in a high-volume litigation practice which often involves complex settlement negotiations. It is a demanding but rewarding position. This position is designated as fully onsite and employees are expected to report in person five (5) days per week, in accordance with the City Policy. Regular on-site presence is an operational requirement of this role. This position is well-suited for candidates who are adaptable, collaborative, comfortable making decisions in real time, and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism in a fast-paced, in-person environment.
What you'll bring
- Must be able to clearly present and explain their case to arbitrators, mediators, opposing parties, judges, or juries and listen, answer questions, present to large groups and high-level officials and employ diplomacy in challenging situations.
- This is a senior level position, with nine (9) plus years of legal experience practicing complex litigation in state and/or federal court, and first chair jury trial experience required.
- Candidates must have a law degree from an ABA accredited law school and must either be a member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar, or currently eligible to be admitted by reciprocity to practice in Pennsylvania (Pa.B.A.R.
- Continued employment of attorneys not admitted to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania within six (6) months of hire is at the discretion of the Law Department.