Junior Commercial Disputes Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Parental Leave and Lactation Support

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a junior associate to join the Commercial Disputes practice in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of general commercial litigation experience, including multi-district litigation or class actions, in state and federal courts.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyers and gain increasing levels of responsibility and client contact, with hybrid/remote work opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of relevant litigation experience.
• Admitted to or eligible to sit for the Pennsylvania bar.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent legal research.
• Draft substantive pleadings and motions.
• Organize and manage discovery practices, including e-discovery.

Skills

Strong research and drafting skills

e-discovery management

Time management

Independent and team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Relativity (e-discovery)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a junior associate to join the Commercial Disputes practice in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of experience in general commercial litigation, multi-district litigation, or class actions in state and federal courts. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyers and gain increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Duties

• Conduct independent legal research.
• Draft substantive pleadings and motions.
• Organize and manage discovery practices, including e-discovery.

Requirements

• Two to three years of relevant litigation experience.
• Admitted to or eligible to sit for the Pennsylvania bar.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania bar or eligibility to sit for the bar exam.

Skills

• Strong research and drafting skills.
• Proficiency in managing e-discovery processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage with Health Savings Account.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Parental Leave and Lactation Support Services.
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities.
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities.
• Comprehensive suite of additional benefits including life insurance, disability protection, and more.