Mid-Level Litigation Associate, Construction Focus

Dinsmore; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP seeks mid-level litigation Associates in our Pittsburgh, PA office. Candidates should have a minimum of four years of experience, including pleadings, motions, depositions, and complex discovery.

The role involves developing case strategy and direct client interaction, with construction litigation exposure preferred. Pennsylvania license to practice is required, federal court admission is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of litigation experience.
• Experience preparing pleadings and motions, arguing motions, taking depositions and handling complex discovery.
• Ability to develop case strategy and interact with clients regularly.
• Familiarity with federal practice; AAA/JAMS arbitration is a plus.
• Construction litigation experience preferred.
• Strong academic background with excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pleadings and motions and argue them.
• Take depositions and manage complex discovery and ESI.
• Develop and implement case strategy and interact with clients regularly.
• Prepare cases for trial.
• Collaborate with construction litigation group as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Pleadings & Motions

Client interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

E-Discovery Tools

Job description

Litigation Associates – General Litigation and Construction Litigation Opportunities

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com .

Dinsmore has an immediate opportunity for mid-level litigation Associates in our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of four years of litigation experience, including experience preparing pleadings and motions, arguing motions, taking depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, and preparing cases for trial. This role will require the ability to develop and implement case strategy and interact with clients directly on a regular basis. Familiarity with federal practice and AAA/JAMS arbitration is a plus. One of the opportunities available would specifically be with our construction litigation group and construction experience is preferred. All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

A license to practice in Pennsylvania is required, and admission to Pennsylvania federal courts is preferred.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [e-mail] .

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Notice to search agencies

Dinsmore does not accept, and will not be bound or limited by, unsolicited submissions from search agencies for attorney positions. All requests to submit a candidate for presentation must include a blind summary of the candidate without disclosing his or her identity. Requests must be directed to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, at [e-mail] . No requests may be directed to attorneys or other firm personnel. Additionally, without explicit prior approval, search agencies are prohibited from posting or advertising any of our firm’s positions and from summarizing or reproducing any of our firm’s advertisements.