Associate Attorney

Margolis Edelstein; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Potential salary increases

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

A legal practice firm in Philadelphia is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Labor & Employment practice group. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of relevant litigation experience and a valid Pennsylvania license. Responsibilities include analyzing legal issues, preparing legal documents, and communicating effectively with clients and courts. The firm offers a competitive compensation package with potential salary increases and bonuses based on performance, along with a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense or a related setting.
• Litigation experience required.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal issues and conduct legal research.
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, and motions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and courts.
• Prepare and present witnesses at trials.

Skills

Litigation experience

Attention to detail

Legal research

Education

J.D. and admission to the bar in Pennsylvania

Job description

Associate Attorney – Labor & Employment (Philadelphia, PA)

Due to rapid growth, Margolis Edelstein is looking for an Associate Attorney to join our Labor & Employment practice group in Philadelphia. You will engage with clients, insurance carriers, and the court, gaining substantial litigation experience under the guidance of seasoned mentors.

We welcome candidates with a minimum of 1 year of experience and a valid license in Pennsylvania.

Base Pay Range

$85,000 – $150,000 per year (actual pay based on skills and experience).

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct well‑reasoned legal research, and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions (expert/fact/du ben esse), motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims personnel on legal and factual issues.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Ensure the prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to the bar of the state in which you are seeking a position (admission in other states, such as NJ or DE, is a plus).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense or a related setting.
• Litigation experience required (e.g., taking and defending depositions, preparation and filing of discovery and related motions, oral argument experience).
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits, Compensation & Bonuses

Margolis Edelstein offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience. All new associates are eligible for potential salary increases three times during their first year, at the 4‑month, 8‑month, and 12‑month mark. After completing their first year, associates are eligible for aggressive bonus incentives based on performance. The firm also offers flexible work schedules.

Please submit your resume. A writing sample and/or transcript may be requested during the hiring process.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice and Legal Services