Teams at Harris Beach Murtha

Represents municipalities in state and federal litigation, including courtroom arguments, trials, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, legal research, case strategy, and drafting pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery. Manages a significant caseload from inception, collaborates with senior attorneys, interacts directly with clients and court personnel, and researches business records and policies related to disputes and investigations.

Defends clients in complex mass torts and products liability matters. Responsibilities include first-chair depositions, e-discovery and discovery management, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, reports, and legal memoranda, and participating in trial, ADR, courtroom conferences, and motion appearances. The attorney manages daily case responsibilities under partner supervision and must meet a 1,900-hour annual billable requirement while collaborating with attorneys and local counsel nationwide.

Represents insurance company clients in transactional liability matters involving mergers and acquisitions, tax positions, contingent risks, and related disputes. Responsibilities include analyzing policies and claims, conducting legal research, preparing coverage determinations and client communications, drafting and negotiating agreements, investigating and resolving claims, and collaborating with clients, brokers, outside professionals, and attorneys across practice areas.