Summary

We are seeking a Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney to join our powerhouse MedMal Litigation team to work out of either our Philadelphia or Pittsburgh office. As a Litigation Associate Attorney you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before, during and after trials. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memorandum
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court
• Communications with clients, court, counsel, and others
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation
• Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
• Draft and server summons
• Coordinate and summarize depositions
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits
• Drafting pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing them with the court
• Performing administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
• Witness preparation
• Assisting with case settlements
• Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualification

• Associate and Juris Doctorate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Experience in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, General Liability, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Medical Malpractice Plaintiff Actions is a plus
• Federal Judicial Clerkship is a plus

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This Director will provide accounting advisory services including, but not limited to, IPO and M&A Readiness, SEC Compliance & Financial Reporting, CFO Advisory, Transaction Advisory, Technical Accounting Research, and addressing the need for continuous improvement and optimization of the finance and accounting functions. In addition, the ideal candidate has a strong desire to build and maintain a book of business. To succeed in this role, you should also have strong coaching and team management skills, as well as the desire to mentor staff

Responsibilities:

• Delegate the preparation of the financial statements and technical accounting position papers to the engagement team members for both public and private companies, as well as other required support materials
• Review accounting memos, financial statements, and other client deliverables prepared by engagement team members, ensuring general accounting standards are applied appropriately
• Independently provide conclusions and recommendations on application of complex accounting guidance to clients and external parties
• Independently facilitate calls with the SEC, client auditors, client legal counsel, etc. as deemed necessary to accomplish project goals
• Assist engagement partners in developing budget plans, communicate those budgets to the engagement team and monitor team progress
• Take ownership engagements while managing upward and downward expectations to ensure deadlines are met and project stays on budget
• Lead multiple engagement teams simultaneously to further the Firm’s goals and objectives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline (e.g. Accounting, Finance or Business Related Field) required
• Twelve plus years of relative accounting experience; public accounting or professional services experience highly preferred.
• CPA license is required
• Strong working knowledge/expertise with any of the following:
• Preparation of SEC filings including Form 10-K, 10-Q, S-1 and 8-K/A
• Addressing SEC Comment Letters
• Technical Accounting Research & Position Papers
• IPO Readiness & Reporting
• Carve-out Financial Reporting

Salary Statement:

The salary range(s) displayed is/are specifically for those potential hires who will perform work in or reside in the location(s) listed below, if selected for the role. Any offered salary is determined based on internal salary ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. CPA), for example.

New York City Salary Range: Low: $175,000 - High: $215,000 (NYC)

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Transportation Litigation Associate Attorney position in our Philadelphia, PA Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on our firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys, proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Pennsylvania
• 3-5+ years of general casualty litigation experience
• Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Deposition and motion practice experience required
• Trial experience preferred
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary

S&B USA, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with multiple east coast regional offices is a leading infrastructure solutions company specializing in the development and construction of complex infrastructure projects, particularly through Alternative Delivery Partnerships. S&B USA offers comprehensive services, including project development, general contracting, self-performing construction, financing, and post-construction operations and maintenance. S&B USA is committed to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, with a portfolio featuring mega projects like the Fargo-Moorhead Stormwater Diversion Channel in North Dakota and the PennDOT Major Bridge P3 Program across Pennsylvania.

S&B USA has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Counsel – Construction to join its legal team, based in Pittsburgh, PA. We are looking for a hands-on construction/infrastructure attorney who enjoys working in a collaborative team environment, possesses an energetic, results-focused, and solutions-oriented approach, and always acts with the highest level of integrity and ethical standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing proactive and actionable legal guidance on various matters, including corporate, transactional, sourcing, litigation, corporate governance, compliance, labor and employment, regulatory, and other matters.

What you’ll do:

• Construction/Infrastructure Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate complex procurement and project delivery agreements across all procurement types, including Bid-Build, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and DBFOM/P3 structures (including concession/development agreements, interface and back-to-back subcontracts, design agreements, teaming agreements, utility/railroad agreements, and supplier agreements.
• P3 Projects: Coordinate with deal teams, partners, and lenders on financing agreements, review equity MOUs, engagement letters, and other related agreements, and align contracts with financing, security, and similar obligations.
• SPVs and JVs: Support equity and joint-venture creation and maintenance, including reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing compliance with JV and LLC Agreements. 
• Legal Templates and Playbooks; Business Enablement: Create templates and build and maintain risk matrices and playbooks for standard positions and customer-specific specifications and requirements, deliver training to operations personnel, leadership, estimators and business development on risk spotting and legal and compliance matters.
• Claims Management: Support S&B USA’s claims management processes, including DRB/mediation/arbitration preparation and strategy, advise on claims and potential claims, including those related to differing site conditions, utilities/ROW conflicts, third-party interference, force majeure, delays/disruptions, etc., and support early dispute resolution.
• Surety/Insurance/Credit: Support the structuring and negotiation, as appropriate, of General Agreements of Indemnity (GAIs) with surety partners, letters of credit, guarantees, and insurance programs.
• Cross-Functional Partnering: Work collaboratively with, support informed decision-making by, and provide advice to internal stakeholders, including preconstruction, estimating, operations, concessions, finance, and tax personnel, at all levels of the organization in a fast-paced environment. Support and lead, as appropriate, process improvement and other projects.
• Compliance: Promote, educate, and advise on compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies, including government contracting and industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, monitor, and implement compliance programs and training.
• General: Perform other tasks and demonstrate a passion to learn new areas of the law and business, as assigned from time to time by the EVP, Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer or the VP, Associate General Counsel.

What you bring:

• Education:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in a state bar and, if not PA, must become licensed in PA (e.g., limited in-house license).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of five years in a large law firm and/or in-house legal department with a contractor, developer, or concessionaire with a substantial concentration in construction/infrastructure (heavy civil, transportation, bridges/tunnels, P3, etc.).
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Ability to provide clear, actionable legal advice.
  • Outstanding communication (written and oral), analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and professionalism.
  • Ability to manage a significant volume of matters in a high-pressure environment and frequently reprioritize with good judgment and minimal direction.
  • Proactive, self-starter, with strong business acumen and sense of urgency and eagerness to take on new assignments.
  • Creative problem-solving skills and ability to propose multiple possible solutions consistent with overall business plans and strategies.

Work Environment and Benefits:

• This permanent role is based in Pittsburgh PA in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation, and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
• Competitive compensation (commensurate with the candidate's experience and skills), medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

• Work assignments are diversified. Interpret, comprehend, and apply complex material, data, and instruction – prepare, provide, and convey diversified information.
• Minimal physical effort required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, or carrying objects that typically with less than 10 lbs. (e.g., papers, books, files and small parts, etc.). Moderate dexterity – regular application of basic skills (calculator, keyboard, hand tools, eye/hand coordination.
• Work has periodic stress due to frequent goals and deadlines, and responsibility associated with the role.

About S&B USA:

S&B USA refers to all U.S. entities directly or indirectly controlled or owned by Shikun & Binui Ltd (TASE: SKBN), and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. S&B USA operates through its infrastructure development and equity entity, S&B USA Concessions LLC, and multiple construction entities, including Shikun & Binui – America Inc., S&B USA Construction, and Joseph B. Fay Co (Fay). S&B USA specializes in developing and constructing complex infrastructure projects for public and private owners that transform and enhance communities. S&B USA offers expertise in design-build, value engineering, and accelerated construction delivery methods. For over 75 years, S&B USA teams in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and North Dakota have established a reputation for building safe, innovative infrastructure projects—including roadways, bridges, dams, ports, and industrial sites.

Why Join Us?

At S&B USA Construction, we are shaping the future of infrastructure delivery through innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on quality. This is a rare opportunity to lead some of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the U.S. while working alongside a global network of industry leaders.

Benefit Summary:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4 % company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@shikunusa.com or Phone: 412-471-4200 ext. 1032

Agency Policy:  Please refer to our Agency Policy and disclaimer statement regarding resume submissions.  https://www.shikunusa.com/notice-to-staffing-agencies

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