Public Relations & Communications Manager

The law offices of Marshall Dennehey, a leading defense firm, is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager for its Philadelphia, PA office.

The Public Relations & Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic communications initiatives that enhance the firm's visibility, reputation, and market position. This role manages internal and external communications activities, media relations, attorney thought leadership programs, social media strategy, award submissions, community engagement initiatives, and crisis communications support. Working closely with the Director of Marketing & Business Development and firm leadership, the Public Relations & Communications Manager promotes the firm's achievements, legal insights, community involvement, and industry leadership across multiple platforms and audiences.

• Develop and execute firmwide public relations strategies that support business development, recruitment, and brand enhancement goals.
• Draft and distribute press releases announcing significant lateral hires, promotions, leadership appointments, office openings, noteworthy firm and individual achievements, and significant client-facing initiatives.
• Manage media outreach and media list development using Cision and other media intelligence platforms.
• Cultivate relationships with local, regional, national, and legal industry media contacts.
• Serve as a primary communications resource for attorneys and firm leadership on media inquiries and interview preparation.
• Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities to increase firm visibility.

• Develop and execute social media strategies that increase engagement, visibility, and brand awareness.
• Manage the firm's social media platforms, including Linked In, Instagram, and X.
• Create and curate content highlighting attorney achievements, legal developments, firm news, events, and community involvement.
• Monitor engagement metrics and recommend content optimization strategies.
• Assist attorneys in enhancing and optimizing personal Linked In profiles and professional branding efforts.

• Assist attorneys with identifying, developing, editing, proofreading, and submitting bylined articles to legal, business, trade, and industry publications.
• Pitch article ideas and legal commentary opportunities to editors and reporters.
• Collaborate with attorneys to enhance visibility as subject matter experts within their practice areas.
• Develop strategies to maximize exposure of firm content across multiple communications channels.

• Manage firm participation in attorney, practice, and organizational award submissions.
• Prepare and submit nominations for legal industry rankings and recognitions, including  national and regional recognitions.
• Draft and coordinate submissions for attorney leadership, diversity, community service, and industry achievement awards.
• Oversee relationships and submissions for legal directory and recognition platforms, including Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and JD Supra.

• Support firm leadership in the development and execution of crisis communication strategies.
• Draft media statements, talking points, and responses for sensitive issues affecting the firm and its clients.
• Coordinate communications efforts with C-suite executives and other key stakeholders during crisis situations.
• Provide strategic guidance regarding reputation management and external messaging.

• Identify speaking opportunities through legal, business, and industry organizations.
• Research regional and national conferences, trade associations, and professional organizations.
• Coordinate and submit speaker proposals and presentation abstracts on behalf of firm attorneys.
• Track speaking opportunities and maintain relationships with conference organizers and professional associations.

• Develop communications resources and best practices for attorneys and staff on a variety of social media and communications topics.
• Deliver presentations and training programs related to Linked In, personal branding, media relations, and social media engagement.
• Advise attorneys, managers, and professional staff on communications strategies and professional visibility opportunities.

• Coordinate partnerships with local schools and…