Associate - Philadelphia

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation including bonuses

Medical coverage

401k and more

Job summary

Plug-legal in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its renowned litigation team. This role focuses on casualty litigation and requires a minimum of 3 years of dedicated experience. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working environment and a supportive team culture.

The ideal candidate will manage complex legal issues, participate in trials, and provide high-quality legal services collaboratively within a team of over 150 legal professionals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in casualty litigation including various sectors.
• Active member in good standing of Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated caseload from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings and respond to discovery.
• Lead depositions and participate in trials.

Skills

Excellent communication

Research

Writing

Organizational capabilities

Courtroom appearances

Settlement negotiations

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Elevate your legal career by joining a premier litigation team in Philadelphia. We are seeking a high‑caliber Associate Attorney (3+ years) 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 general liability and civil defense litigation matters within a firm celebrated for its legal excellence and expansive reach across 13 locations.

About the Role

As a Civil Defense Litigation Associate, you will serve as a core member of our expanding Philadelphia practice group. You will navigate complex legal and factual issues, developing sound defense strategies for a diverse roster of clients across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and potentially Delaware. 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, mentorship of junior attorneys, and seamless team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Claims Management: Manage a diverse and sophisticated caseload from inception through resolution, overseeing case strategy and conducting well‑reasoned legal research and analysis.
• Litigation & Trial Advocacy: Draft high‑level pleadings, answer written discovery, lead and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts, and actively participate in arbitrations, mediations, and trials.
• Proactive Communication: Partner closely with clients, the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel, providing regular and timely updates on case status, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Mobile Advocacy: Travel as needed for court appearances, client meetings, and depositions across the tri‑state area.
• Collaborative Execution: Deliver efficient, high‑quality legal services as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of over 150 legal professionals, adhering to billing and budget requirements while building strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of dedicated experience, with a primary focus on casualty litigation, including premises liability, general liability, product liability, personal injury, motor vehicle, property damage, construction and labor law, and insurance defense.
• Academic Background: J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and exceptional analytical skills.
• Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars. Admission to the Delaware State Bar is a strong plus.
• Skills: Excellent communication, research, writing, and organizational capabilities, paired with a proven track record of success in courtroom appearances and settlement negotiations.

Why This Opportunity?

• Regional Prestige: Join a highly respected, growing firm supported by strong leadership, talented mentors, and a deeply collaborative culture across 13 strategic locations.
• Professional Growth: This position is situated in an environment that actively encourages career advancement, business development, and the cultivation of specialized legal expertise, while providing opportunities to mentor junior staff.
• Friendly Environment: Work within a collegial and supportive office atmosphere that prioritizes professional fulfillment and team cohesion.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a highly competitive compensation package, including performance bonuses and a generous benefits suite (medical coverage, 401k, and more).

Location / Working Model

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