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Montgomery County, PA · 5 days ago

Senior Assistant Solicitor – Affirmative and Complex Litigation

Norristown, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$85K/yr - $114K/yr

7+ years exp

Montgomery County, PA is seeking a Senior Assistant Solicitor for Affirmative & Complex Litigation to develop the County’s affirmative litigation program and handle trials and appeals in both state and federal court. The role involves providing legal advice, conducting research, and collaborating with various stakeholders to address public policy reforms and client objectives.

GovernmentLaw EnforcementPublic SafetySocial Assistance

Responsibilities

Conduct meetings with clients

Provide legal guidance to clients

Conduct legal research

Develop case strategies, including pathways to early dispute resolution

Conduct mediations and lead dispute resolution efforts

Draft and timely file pleadings, motions and briefs

Take and defend depositions

Prepare for and participate in hearings, trials and other legal proceedings

Maintain accurate and current records of all case developments

Provide clients and insurers with case status updates

Oversee outside counsel

Collaborate effectively with other governmental organizations as well as public and private partners on litigation and prelitigation matters

Identify and develop litigation approaches to client policy objectives

Responsibilities may include the following:

Reviewing and drafting contracts

Representing the County in real estate transactions

Representing the County at mental health commitment hearings

Representing County-related boards at public meetings

Representing County social service agencies in administrative proceedings

Providing day-to-day legal advice to County departments

Other duties as assigned by supervising attorneys

Qualification

Litigation experienceAnalytical skillsTrial skillsNegotiation skillsLegal researchOral argumentDeposition skillsCase strategy developmentDiversity commitmentTeam playerCritical thinking

Required

Law degree from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar or another state bar with a commitment to becoming a member of the Pennsylvania Bar

Excellent analytical skills both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders

Excellent negotiation, oral argument, and deposition and/or trial skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to quickly learn applicable laws, court procedures, precedents, and other applicable rules and processes and identify key rules that apply to a specific matter

Ability to analyze large and complex amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose effective and workable solutions

Ability to be a team player and develop an inclusive and collegial work environment and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Excellent judgment and critical thinking in time-sensitive and high-pressure situations