Associate Attorney (Remote)

Overview

The organization is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of insurance defense experience to join its Philadelphia team. This is a remote opportunity with no regular in-office requirement for the role.

This position offers meaningful litigation experience early, including case ownership and substantive trial work.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies that drive results
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• Set a high standard for work quality and challenge mediocrity
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with clients
• Communicate with clients and carriers regarding case matters
• Maintain discovery and manage related litigation tasks, including working with experts
• Handle motion practice and prepare matters for trial
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active Pennsylvania Bar license required
• 1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
• Prior insurance defense experience preferred
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong written, analytical, and communication skills
• Self-motivated, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Pennsylvania and New Jersey dual admission strongly preferred
• Prior billing experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
• 401(k) with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100–$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs (including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative)
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year
• Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

Location

Remote (Pennsylvania) with a Philadelphia team; no regular in-office requirement for the role.