Civil Litigation Associate: Ownership & Growth (3-6 yrs)

LHH; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) plan

Job summary

LHH's Civil Litigation Associate in Philadelphia, PA seeks a 3-6 year attorney to handle a broad range of civil matters. This role offers substantive case ownership from inception through resolution, with direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility in a supportive midsize-firm environment.

Ideal candidates will draft pleadings, conduct discovery, take depositions, and appear in court, while developing long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking depositions, and appearing in court.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Pennsylvania and New Jersey bar admissions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ownership of matters.
• Interest in developing client relationships and building a long-term practice.
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401(k).

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of civil litigation matters, including: contract disputes, tort litigation, professional liability matters, dram shop liability cases
• Complex commercial and civil litigation
• Research and investigative work supporting white collar matters
• Manage cases from inception through resolution
• Maintain a manageable caseload to enable deeper involvement and professional development

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Research & analysis

Client relationship building

Education

Bar admissions PA & NJ

Job description

LHH's Civil Litigation Associate in Philadelphia, PA seeks a 3-6 year attorney to handle a broad range of civil matters. This role offers substantive case ownership from inception through resolution, with direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility in a supportive midsize-firm environment.

Ideal candidates will draft pleadings, conduct discovery, take depositions, and appear in court, while developing long-term client relationships.