Attorney - Civil Litigation

We Are Legal Revolution; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate in Philadelphia, PA, offering substantial responsibility and exposure to complex civil and commercial matters in state and federal courts. The role emphasizes meaningful case ownership, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has a JD, active PA bar, and 3–7+ years of civil or commercial litigation experience, with strong writing and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD and active Pennsylvania bar (New Jersey or New York a plus).
• 3–7+ years of strong civil or commercial litigation experience.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil and commercial litigation matters from investigation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and sophisticated motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear at hearings and drive settlement strategy.
• Prepare cases for mediation and trial with increasing independence.

Skills

Litigation

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Civil Litigation Associate | Philadelphia, PA – $200K

Our client is a well-regarded Philadelphia firm with a strong civil and commercial litigation practice. The firm handles sophisticated disputes for corporate and institutional clients across Pennsylvania state and federal courts and is known for giving associates real case responsibility, courtroom exposure, and a collaborative environment that values quality work and professional growth.

Why You Should Join:

• Substantive Philadelphia Litigation Platform – Complex commercial and civil matters with real depth and strategic involvement


• Meaningful Case Ownership – Opportunity to take significant responsibility on files rather than remaining in a pure support role


• Strong Courtroom Development – Regular exposure to hearings, depositions, and trial preparation in Pennsylvania courts


• Collaborative Culture – Environment that emphasizes quality work, teamwork, and attorney development over pure volume


• Competitive Compensation & Growth – Solid pay paired with a clear path for attorneys who perform at a high level

Key Duties:

• Manage civil and commercial litigation matters from investigation through resolution


• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and sophisticated motions


• Take and defend depositions


• Appear at hearings and drive settlement strategy


• Prepare cases for mediation and trial with increasing independence

Requirements:

• JD and active Pennsylvania bar (New Jersey or New York a plus)


• 3–7+ years of strong civil or commercial litigation experience


• Excellent writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

No one fits every box perfectly - if you’re a strong litigator looking for substantive civil litigation work in Philadelphia, let’s talk confidentially.