Associate - Employment

plug-legal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

plug-legal in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Associate - Employment Attorney to join its thriving Labor & Employment team. The firm values professional development and teamwork while handling complex employment claims and general litigation. This role is designed for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments with a focus on quality legal services.

Join a highly respected firm that offers competitive compensation, professional growth, and a dynamic workplace culture. Applicants must have a J.D. degree and be active members of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey bars.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of litigation experience, preferably in labor and employment claims.
• Active member in good standing of both Pennsylvania and New Jersey bars.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of labor and employment matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research to develop defense strategies.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Elevate your legal career by joining a premier Labor & Employment team in Pennsylvania. We are seeking a high-caliber Associate - Employment Attorney to join a thriving and growing regional powerhouse renowned for blending sophisticated legal strategy with a friendly, collegial culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a wide range of labor, employment, and defense matters within a firm celebrated for its legal excellence and expansive reach across 13 locations.

About the Role

As an Associate in our Philadelphia office, you will serve as a core member of a broad and expanding practice group. You will navigate complex employment claims and manage general litigation defense matters for a diverse roster of clients across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This role is designed for an experienced practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses sharp critical reasoning, and is ready to integrate into a robust practice that values professional development and seamless team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Claims Defense: Handle a wide range of labor and employment matters, as well as general liability and complex insurance defense litigation from inception through resolution.
• Case & Document Development: Draft high-level pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda, and expertly manage and answer written discovery.
• Active Advocacy: Take depositions, participate in arbitrations, and support trial preparations and proceedings.
• Strategic Research & Analysis: Conduct sophisticated legal research to develop sound defense strategies for intricate workplace and compliance issues.
• Collaborative Execution: Deliver efficient, high-quality legal services as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of over 140 legal professionals, ensuring the highest standards of client service.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for candidates defending labor and employment claims, handling insurance defense, or managing complex litigation.
• Academic Background: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and strong analytical skills.
• Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey bars.
• Skills: Exceptional research, writing, and organizational skills, with extreme attention to detail and the ability to articulate complex legal theories clearly.

Why This Opportunity?

• Regional Prestige: Join a highly respected, growing firm with more than 140 legal professionals across 13 strategic locations.
• Professional Growth: Work in a thriving environment that actively encourages career advancement, supported by strong leadership and a collaborative atmosphere.
• Dynamic Culture: Enjoy a truly friendly office environment that balances sophisticated, high-stakes legal work with a supportive team dynamic.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Benefit from a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a generous, comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Location / Working Model

• Location: Philadelphia, PA.
• Working Model: Our firm values the synergy of in-person collaboration, mentorship, and team cohesion. This role operates within our Philadelphia office, supported by a modern and flexible professional environment.