Commercial Litigation Attorney

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for—

Firm paid life insurance and long-term

Flexible Spending Account options

Annual Firm Contribution to Retirement

Flexible Scheduling, PTO and Holidays

Lateral Attorney Referral Program

Marketing resources and professional开发

Job summary

Tucker Arensberg, P.C. seeks an experienced attorney to join its Litigation practice in Pittsburgh. The role covers a full spectrum of general litigation, including commercial, employment, municipal, toxic tort defense, and insurance coverage matters.

You will work with a dynamic team and collaborate across the firm to prepare for trial and advise clients. The position requires Pennsylvania bar admission, a JD from an accredited law school, and 3–6 years of general litigation experience; trial

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' general litigation experience.
• License to practice law in Pennsylvania with bar admission in good standing.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset.
• Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork.
• A strong drive to provide proactive, client-focused legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and counsel to clients on legal policy.
• Lead the client through the litigation process including depositions and courtroom strategies.
• Provide legal counsel on issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits.
• Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the client.
• Develop and recommend client policy and position on legal issues.
• Conduct and coordinate research, interview clients and witnesses, and handle all other details related to the preparation of trial or depositions.
• Represent the client or its officials in various legal proceedings.
• Prepare for trial including taking and defending depositions, written discovery, and other case preparation.
• Draft briefs, pleadings, position statements, stipulations, and dispositive motions.
• Write and administer complex legal arguments and defend such in court.
• Counsel clients on creation of sound operating policies, procedural improvements, and related agreements to avoid future litigation.
• Participate in practice group meetings to review current objectives, cases, and network with other attorneys and stakeholders in the group.
• Participate in professional development initiatives for Continuing Legal Education and firm sponsored seminars.
• Attends social functions and speaking engagements that support the development of the attorney's practice.
• Author publications for internal or external use.

Skills

General litigation experience

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

ABOUT OUR FIRM

Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is a mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country, according to the Best Lawyers® \"Best Law Firms\" 2024 rankings. With 85+ attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Beaver, Pennsylvania, New York City, Cleveland, West Virginia and the San Francisco Bay area, the firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900. In every engagement we undertake, we are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help our clients through whatever legal issues they may face. To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://www.tuckerlaw.com/.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join the Litigation practice group in our Pittsburgh office. Our attorneys work on a full spectrum of general litigation cases for their clients in a wide range of industries. Our Litigation Practice Group serves clients in commercial litigation matters, employment litigation, municipal litigation, toxic tort defense, and personal injury defense. We are seeking an attorney to provide expertise in all areas from general business law to complex insurance coverage litigation. You will have the opportunity to join a dynamic team of litigation counsel and benefit from the support and collaboration of all attorneys in the firm. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below:

• Provide analysis and counsel to clients on legal policy.


• Lead the client through the litigation process including depositions and courtroom strategies.


• Provide legal counsel on issues arising from actual or anticipated lawsuits.


• Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the client.


• Develop and recommend client policy and position on legal issues.


• Conduct and coordinate research, interview clients and witnesses, and handle all other details related to the preparation of trial or depositions.


• Represent the client or its officials in various legal proceedings.


• Prepare for trial including taking and defending depositions, written discovery, and other case preparation.


• Draft briefs, pleadings, position statements, stipulations, and dispositive motions.


• Write and administer complex legal arguments and defend such in court.


• Counsel clients on creation of sound operating policies, procedural improvements, and related agreements to avoid future litigation.


• Participate in practice group meetings to review current objectives, cases, and network with other attorneys and stakeholders in the group.


• Participate in professional development initiatives for Continuing Legal Education and firm sponsored seminars. Attends social functions and speaking engagements that support the development of the attorney's practice. Author publications for internal or external use.

Please note that we champion the development of all roles. This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• License to practice law in Pennsylvania with bar admission in good standing


• Degree from an accredited law school


• 3-6 years' general litigation experience


• Trial experience preferred


• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws


• Excellent communication skills


• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment


• Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset


• Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork


• A strong drive to provide proactive, client-focused legal services

ATTRIBUTES OF SUCCESS

Analytical Detail Oriented Social Perceptiveness Adaptability Resourceful

Independently Motivated Communication Skills Critical Thinking Interpersonal Skills Organization

WORK ENVIRONMENT | PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to: Travel to places of business including the office, courthouses, client locations, and other offices to conduct business. Will perform sedentary work exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including files. Must see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, kneeling, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and other similar tasks requiring physical activity. Will operate a computer, fax, copier, telephone, and other general office equipment. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

REGULAR SCHEDULE

This is a salaried full-time position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday work hours. Extended hours may be needed on occasion to complete company objectives.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM OUR FIRM

Tucker Arensberg continually strives to develop its talent internally. The firm fosters the growth of its attorneys and encourages ongoing writing, speaking, publishing, and other professional and business development opportunities. Associates are paired with a mentor by our internal Mentor Committee. Attorneys are provided with an individual marketing budget for business development efforts, along with structured guidance and direction for how to develop their own practice.

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive compensation and bonus opportunities, Tucker will provide access to company benefit plans including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family


• Firm paid life insurance and disability plans


• Flexible Spending Account options


• Annual Firm Contribution to Retirement Plan


• Flexible Scheduling, Paid Time Off and Holidays


• Lateral Attorney Referral Program


• Marketing resources and professional development assistance


• Benefit from Shareholder guidance and advice to develop your own practice


• Opportunities to mentor younger attorneys

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Tucker Arensberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local law.