At Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers, we advocate for individuals who have been seriously injured and need strong, trial-ready representation. Our litigation team handles complex, high-value personal injury matters, and we are seeking a driven attorney who wants meaningful courtroom experience and hands-on involvement in serious cases.
This is a hybrid position that is primarily office-based in the Greater Philadelphia region. In-person collaboration, mentorship, and trial preparation are central to this role. It is designed for an attorney who wants to litigate, prepare cases for trial, and grow as a personal injury trial lawyer through real responsibility, in-office collaboration, and active courtroom development.
About the Role
We are hiring a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney with a minimum of three years of experience handling plaintiff or defense personal injury matters. The position does not require business development. We have the cases. The firm has a strong and growing caseload. The focus of the role is litigation execution, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation and Case Management
- Manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, expert coordination, depositions, motion practice, and trial.
- Collaborate closely with more senior attorneys on case strategy, preparation, and execution.
- Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial testimony.
- Participate in all phases of trial preparation, including voir dire, opening statements, direct and cross-examinations, and closings.
Trial Preparation and Courtroom Experience
- Engage in hands-on trial preparation with direct exposure to courtroom advocacy.
- Argue motions, present evidence, and participate meaningfully in trial proceedings.
- Develop strong litigation and trial skills through active participation rather than passive support.
- Attorneys in this role are expected to take ownership of their cases and play an active role in strategic decision-making throughout the litigation lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania is required; New Jersey license is a plus.
- Minimum of three years of personal injury litigation experience, plaintiff or defense.
- Strong working knowledge of personal injury law, civil procedure, and applicable state laws and regulations.
- Ability to manage a challenging caseload from pleadings through trial.
- Ability to multitask and complete assignments with conflicting deadlines.
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to contribute as an individual and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, litigation-focused environment.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Must be able to travel throughout Pennsylvania and surrounding states as required.
- Reliable transportation required.
Work Environment
This is a litigation-forward role within a hybrid environment that prioritizes in-office collaboration, mentorship, and courtroom readiness. The position is based in our Blue Bell, PA 19422 office, and the ideal candidate is seeking a long-term future in trial advocacy with a regular in-office presence rather than a fully remote practice.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation includes a salary, with additional earnings tied to a percentage of fee revenue generated by the attorney’s cases. Benefits include:
- 100 percent employer-paid medical coverage for employees
- Optional dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule with a hybrid, in-office litigation framework
- Health Savings Account
- Employee appreciation events and referral program
- Onsite fitness center access
- Supportive, professional team culture
Why Work at Ostroff Godshall
Ostroff Godshall is a growing personal injury firm with a strong reputation for trial advocacy and client service. We invest in our people, provide meaningful courtroom experience, and support attorneys who want to build long-term careers as confident, capable litigators. Attorneys who thrive here want responsibility, courtroom exposure, and real ownership over their cases.
This role is best suited for attorneys who want to be in the office, in the courtroom, and deeply involved in building and trying cases, not managing matters from a distance.
Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
