Overview
A national litigation firm specializing in insurance defense is seeking experienced senior attorneys to join their team. This role requires courtroom confidence, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to handle high-exposure cases and contribute to the firm's growth.
Bar License Requirement: Active bar license in the State of Pennsylvania is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case themes that surpass plaintiff arguments
- Maintain high standards, refusing to accept mediocrity
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Collaborate effectively with team members of varying experience levels
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania
- Minimum of 8 years of litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
- Proven ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial
- Experience in insurance defense matters preferred
- Familiarity with time management systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership in managing litigation teams
- Experience mentoring junior attorneys
- Strong strategic thinking and courtroom presence
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 for each subsequent tier
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance with employer contributions averaging $700 to $1,700 annually
- 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the next 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) available to full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
- Position requires an active Pennsylvania bar license
- Flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, or onsite
Equal Opportunity
The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Additional Information
- No recruiters or agencies, please.
- Attention to detail is highly valued in applicants.