Chaffin Luhana LLP · 1 month ago
Junior Associate Attorney, Personal Injury
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expChaffin Luhana LLP is seeking a Junior Personal Injury Associate to assist with legal documentation, research, and analysis. The role involves preparing cases for trial in collaboration with senior attorneys and communicating effectively with clients throughout the legal process.
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Responsibilities
Prepare, draft and file legal documents, including complaints, pleadings, motions, briefs, and appeals
Present and argue motions in court
Attend hearings with the court
Conduct legal research and analysis on case precedents and statutory laws pertinent to the personal injury claims of clients
Participate in the discovery process by drafting requests and responses, reviewing documents, and preparing materials for trial
Assist in the negotiation and settlement of claims, working to achieve the best possible outcome for the client
Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates on case progress, advice, and legal counsel
Work collaboratively with Trial Teams to prepare cases for trial, including strategy discussions and witness preparation
Attend legal seminars and workshops to continue professional development and stay updated on changes in personal injury law
Manage Service of Process
Draft and present minor and death settlement petitions
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the bar in the state where the firm is located
0-2 years of experience in personal injury law or a related field. New graduates with relevant internship or clinical experience are encouraged to apply
Must be a team player: willing to work collaboratively with colleagues
Caring and compassionate attitude with clients that's consistent with firm's core value of Doing Good by Doing Right
Excellent analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills
Growth mindset—eager to become an invaluable member of the Chaffin Luhana team, we want to train if you want to learn
Highly proficient in Microsoft suite and demonstrated comfort with technology
Strong time management and multitasking skills – must be able to simultaneously manage multiple projects in a busy environment
High attention to detail and superior organizational skills
Pennsylvania Bar Admission is required
Preferred
Ohio or West Virginia admission is a plus
Benefits
401k Contributions: The firm offers a discretionary match up to 5%. This includes a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2%, based on annual compensation.
Charitable Donations: The Chaffin Luhana Foundation makes an annual donation to a charity of each team member’s choice.
Medical Insurance: $503 toward monthly health premiums for team members or their families. Team members pay just $1.
Dental Insurance: Full coverage, with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.
Vision Insurance: Full coverage, with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Team members receive a $1,000 contribution from the firm in their HRA account if enrolled in the PPO health plan.
Family / Dependent Care (DCR): Team members can contribute up to $5,000 pre-tax for dependent care.
Flex Spending Account (FSA): Team members can contribute up to $1,000 pre-tax for medical expenses.
Tax-free Transit Commute (TRN): Team members can contribute up to $325 per month pre-tax toward transit tickets.
Free office parking.
Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 PTO days per year, increasing to 20 days after 3 years with the firm.
Sick Days: 3 paid sick days per year.
Celebrate the Holidays: Office is closed for 10 public holidays.
Office Closure: Office is typically closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Casual Dress: Enjoy our business casual dress code.
Enhance Your Skills: Up to $500 annually for continued education or training.
Learn How You’re Wired: Take a Kolbe Assessment to learn your instinctive method of operation.
Time Management: Time management luncheons with senior leadership to elevate team and organizational success.
Free Workouts: Free access to GreenTree SportsPlex for Pittsburgh office.
Bonusly points for peer-to-peer recognition, redeemable for gift cards, trips, dinners, and more.
Free team lunches and happy hours.
Year-end discretionary bonus.
Annual firm outing for all team members to meet up and have fun.
Company
Chaffin Luhana LLP
Chaffin Luhana LLP is a plaintiffs-only national trial firm dedicated to representing individuals and families in serious personal injury and mass tort cases.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Eric Chaffin
Partner
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