Litigation Associate

Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP; Indiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP is seeking an associate to handle complex commercial disputes across industries. You will represent clients in state and federal courts and work closely with partners and clients in a lean, collaborative environment.

Candidates must be barred in Pennsylvania and possess a J.D. or equivalent degree, with excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent from a U.S. law school.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Experience in state and federal courts.
• Strong interpersonal skills; responsive to direction and feedback.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment; can manage priorities and deadlines.
• Team player who collaborates with staff and leadership.
• Attention to accuracy and high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• litigate in state and federal court on complex commercial disputes.
• Represent clients; work closely with partners and clients; lean staffing.

Skills

Excellent writing

Analytical skills

State and federal courts experience

Interpersonal skills

Deadline driven

Team player

Respond to direction/feedback

Education

J.D. from a U.S. law school

Job description

Our litigators work on complex commercial disputes across a range of industries and subject areas, including construction, employment, real estate, shareholder disputes, and other business matters.

We represent clients in state and federal court through all stages of litigation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an associate looking for substantive work and meaningful responsibility while continuing to develop as a litigator. Our matters are leanly staffed, and associates work closely with partners and clients.

Candidates must be barred in Pennsylvania and should possess the following:

• Strong academic credentials, including a J.D. or equivalent degree from a well-respected U.S. law school.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Experience in state and federal courts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to respond productively to direction and feedback, and to work well with staff and leadership.
• An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, manage workflow priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Be a team player – be collaborative and work with a spirit of camaraderie.
• Outstanding attention to accuracy and detail, and commitment to work product that is thorough, complete, and excellent.

Klehr Harrison is an equal opportunity employer and proudly embraces diversity in all of its manifestations, including, but not limited to those based on minority status, gender, disability, veteran status, and sexual orientation.