Litigation Attorney

Job Title
Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm located in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented litigation associate to join its team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work alongside seasoned attorneys in a collaborative, dynamic environment. The firm specializes in insurance defense, handling cases related to general liability, professional liability, medical malpractice, and more. Ideal candidates will have 0-2 years of litigation experience, with a preference for those familiar with general liability, professional liability, healthcare, or labor and employment law.

Duties

• Represent clients throughout all phases of litigation, from case initiation to expert discovery in general liability matters.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case management conferences.
• Conduct thorough legal research and discovery investigations.
• Draft and review discovery requests and responses, motions, case evaluation summaries, pleadings, affidavits, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda.
• Analyze and summarize depositions and discovery responses, providing litigation updates.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel to resolve claims.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing legal analysis, status updates, and guidance throughout the litigation process.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of litigation experience.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (barred in PA required). Preference is given to applicants also licensed in West Virginia.
• Experience in drafting motions and discovery documents.
• Strong organizational and writing skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with Lexis software.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Must be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar. Preference for applicants also admitted to the West Virginia Bar.

Skills

• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Skilled in legal research and writing.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Job Location

• Pittsburgh, PA.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible spending account.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Referral program.

Founded over two decades ago, this law firm specializes in defense litigation. Their areas of practice include transportation, premises liability, toxic tort, construction accident, employment law, bankruptcy, environmental, coverage, and appellate. Their offices are located in Pittsburgh.