Casualty Litigation Associate

Lockridge Partners; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockridge Partners in Philadelphia is seeking an associate for its Casualty Litigation Department. The firm emphasizes mentorship, structured feedback, and a clear career path aimed at development beyond mere billing.

The successful candidate will handle general liability and casualty defense matters from intake through trial in PA state and federal courts, draft pleadings and motions, take depositions, and provide strategic coverage analysis for insurance clients, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school with strong academic record.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably in liability defense.
• PA Bar admission required; NJ admission is a strong plus.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Judicial clerkship experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle general liability and casualty defense matters from intake through trial in PA state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery responses, and dispositive motions.
• Take and defend depositions of clients, witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Appear at court hearings, oral argument, and arbitrations on behalf of carrier clients.
• Provide strategic recommendations and coverage analysis to insurance clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Advocacy skills

Courtroom experience

Mentorship mindset

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

One of Philadelphia's preeminent regional defense firms is seeking an associate for its Casualty Litigation Department. The firm takes mentorship seriously — associates receive structured performance feedback, clear guidance on their career trajectory, and access to senior attorneys genuinely committed to their growth. This is a place where lawyers are developed, not just billed.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Handle general liability and casualty defense matters from intake through trial in PA state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, written discovery responses, and dispositive motions
• Take and defend depositions of clients, witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Appear at court hearings, oral argument, and arbitrations on behalf of carrier clients
• Provide strategic recommendations and coverage analysis to insurance clients

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; strong academic record
• 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably in liability defense
• PA Bar admission required; NJ admission is a strong plus
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Judicial clerkship experience a plus

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary, full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, structured feedback, CLE support, and individualized career path consultation. Associates handle sophisticated multi-party matters, build deep client relationships, and have a genuine, achievable path to partnership.