Litigation Attorney — Grow Your Own Practice

Compass Business Solutions Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Private window office

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

401k matching

Professional development events

Bench Bar Conference

Monthly happy hours

Three-person support staff

Job summary

Very Law, a sophisticated downtown Pittsburgh law firm, seeks a Pennsylvania‑licensed Associate Attorney to join our practice and participate in a robust training program aimed at eventually owning your own practice.

This role emphasizes culture, teamwork, and balance while delivering exceptional results for clients; you will build lasting relationships and be supported and respected in your work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience privately practicing litigation.
• Pennsylvania law license.
• Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Westlaw.
• Strong communication skills — with clients, colleagues, and courts.
• A tenacious advocate with a practical, solutions‑focused approach and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload from intake to resolution across multiple practice areas under the supervision of the owner of the firm.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for your clients, advocating for them zealously, and advising them with honesty and empathy.
• Develop and execute case strategies based on sound legal research and analysis.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff without unnecessary hierarchy.
• Participate in marketing and networking opportunities that align with your practice goals.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Job description

Very Law, a sophisticated downtown Pittsburgh law firm, seeks a Pennsylvania‑licensed Associate Attorney to join our practice and participate in a robust training program aimed at eventually owning your own practice.

This role emphasizes culture, teamwork, and balance while delivering exceptional results for clients; you will build lasting relationships and be supported and respected in your work.