A firm known for its legacy of strategic advocacy is hiring a General Liability Litigation Associate to join its Philadelphia office. This is a substantive, hands-on litigation role supporting a busy general liability practice within a trial-focused defense firm. The associate will work closely with partners, senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to manage matters from inception through resolution, take an active role in discovery and depositions, and gain real courtroom exposure. The firm encourages early responsibility, direct client interaction, and collaboration across offices, making this an ideal environment for attorneys who want to build depth, not just log hours. They are looking for a driven general liability litigator who takes ownership of their work, communicates clearly, and wants long-term growth inside a transparent, team-oriented firm. If you’re a general liability litigator who wants meaningful responsibility, real courtroom exposure, and a firm that invests in attorneys for the long haul, this is an opportunity worth pursuing.

Benefits:

• Discretionary year-end bonus tied to billables, performance, client feedback, and business development
• 401(k) with 3% firm contribution regardless of employee contribution, plus an additional discretionary 1%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with nearly 100% employee coverage
• HSA contributions
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid federal holidays + Unlimited PTO
• Annual reviews and raises
• Clear long-term growth opportunities, including potential partnership based on individual performance
• Hybrid schedule after training
• Supportive, low-politics culture with strong mentorship and firmwide collaboration

General Liability Litigation Associate Responsibilities:

• Handle assigned general liability matters with partner and senior attorney oversight
• Manage cases from inception through post-trial, including pleadings, discovery, and motion practice
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Prepare, review, and respond to written discovery
• Conduct legal research tailored to case strategy and client needs
• Take and defend fact and expert depositions
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials
• Communicate directly with clients to provide timely updates and case strategy insights
• Collaborate within a team structure that includes attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants

General Liability Litigation Associate Requirements:

• 5+ years of general liability litigation experience
• Open to candidates from plaintiff or defense backgrounds
• Experience taking and defending depositions
• Trial experience preferred
• Active Pennsylvania Bar admission
• Strong analytical, written, and oral advocacy skills
• Self-starter who is proactive and anticipates next steps
• Demonstrated commitment to litigation and long-term career growth

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