Transportation Litigation Attorney

Who we are?

Burns White?s Railroad Litigation Department represents Class I and short line railroads in a variety of business and legal matters across the country with a focus on occupational disease, toxic tort, environmental, and products liability litigation. We advise our clients on risk management and risk avoidance techniques, regulatory compliance, FELA, and proposed legislation. We handle trespasser, grade crossing accidents, and class action matters. We also partner with clients in various industries in handling OSHA citation contests and inspections.

What sets us apart?

This is an opportunity to be a part of a well-established team that actually goes to trial. You will interface with high-profile clients and be actively involved in all aspects of litigation through trial. Our work is varied, interesting, and challenging. Our work environment is important to us, and as a result we are a close-knit and stable team with a lot of comradery. We actively encourage personal and professional balance and achievement, and we offer flexibility not often provided at other firms (including hybrid work arrangements and flex schedules). Initiative, learning, and independence are encouraged and supported by a team of tenured senior attorneys.

What you bring to the table?

• Pennsylvania license (Ohio, New York or New Jersey license a plus)
• At least 3 years of litigation experience including trial experience
• Experience drafting motions and taking depositions
• Strong professional presence and skillset to engage with high-profile clients
• Willingness to take initiative, ask questions, and learn and do new things
• Desire to take on challenging assignments
• Commitment to collaboration with team members to achieve goals
• Strong organization, prioritization, communication, analytical, and creative/critical thinking

What we offer?

• Challenging, complex work that will get you into the courtroom and make you a better litigator
• The opportunity to work with clients on a national scale
• Real prospects to grow, lead, take on responsibility, and advance
• Friendly, casual work environment
• Exceptional benefits, competitive salary, and flexibility

Submit resume and salary expectations

Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com

Fax: 412-995-3311

Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.

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Practice Areas & Specialty

Litigation, Transportation