Job Description Job Description
Responsibilities
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of litigation matters, work directly with clients, and gain meaningful courtroom experience while collaborating closely with partners.
Case Management & Strategy
- Managing litigation matters and developing case strategies from early stages through resolution
- Leading depositions, conducting hearings, and managing document production and discovery
- Coordinating litigation strategy with partners and ensuring efficient case progression
Court Appearances & Litigation Practice
- Taking and defending depositions and preparing clients and witnesses
- Appearing in court for conferences, motions, oral arguments, and trial proceedings
- Assisting with and participating in trial preparation and trial work when matters proceed to trial
Client & Team Interaction
- Serving as a primary point of contact for clients on active matters
- Working closely with partners on case strategy and litigation planning
- Providing day-to-day supervision and mentorship to junior associates and litigation staff
Drafting & Legal Analysis
- Preparing complex pleadings, motions, briefs, and client correspondence
- Analyzing legal issues and developing persuasive litigation arguments
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- 3-5 years of litigation experience
- Experience handling depositions and appearing in court
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills
- Proficiency with Westlaw or similar legal research platforms
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage cases independently while collaborating in a team environment
Preferred experience:
- Medical malpractice litigation
- Civil litigation experience
- Criminal litigation experience
Company Description Gross McGinley is a full-service law firm with offices in the Lehigh Valley consisting of over 40 attorneys, practicing in multiple areas of law. In practice for 50 years, Gross McGinley continues to expand.
The legal professionals at Gross McGinley provide legal solutions and strive to stay at the forefront of legal, legislative, and business developments, to provide the best possible outcomes for clients. The firm's value lies in how they support each other and use their knowledge and experience to guide clients through their legal challenges. Gross McGinley's investment in providing forward-thinking guidance drives them to exceed expectations through the services they deliver, the inclusive culture, and their commitment to the community where they work, live, and play.
Gross McGinley, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status. Company Description Gross McGinley is a full-service law firm with offices in the Lehigh Valley consisting of over 40 attorneys, practicing in multiple areas of law. In practice for 50 years, Gross McGinley continues to expand. The legal professionals at Gross McGinley provide legal solutions and strive to stay at the forefront of legal, legislative, and business developments, to provide the best possible outcomes for clients. The firm's value lies in how they support each other and use their knowledge and experience to guide clients through their legal challenges. Gross McGinley's investment in providing forward-thinking guidance drives them to exceed expectations through the services they deliver, the inclusive culture, and their commitment to the community where they work, live, and play. Gross McGinley, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
