Litigation Attorney — Trial-Focused, Pittsburgh

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions's client, a prominent national plaintiff’s law firm, seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its growing team in Pittsburgh. This is an excellent growth opportunity for an attorney focused on strong client advocacy and trial-ready skills.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a personal injury practice, strong writing and research abilities, and experience preparing for and participating in trials.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in personal injury practice preferred.
• Strong writing and research skills required.
• Experience with trials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of litigation matters from filing through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to drive case development.

Skills

Docket management

Legal writing

Legal research

Deposition experience

Trial preparation

Job description

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions's client, a prominent national plaintiff’s law firm, seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its growing team in Pittsburgh. This is an excellent growth opportunity for an attorney focused on strong client advocacy and trial-ready skills.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a personal injury practice, strong writing and research abilities, and experience preparing for and participating in trials.