Subrogation Litigation Associate

Gateway Search Associates; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Search Associates represents a premier litigation boutique in Center City Philadelphia, focused on high-stakes property subrogation. We seek an attorney to own 40–50 active files, develop case strategy from inception to trial, and lead depositions with top experts and opposing counsel.

This role offers a base plus performance bonus, with top performers earning $250,000+ total annual compensation. A battle-tested, high‑pressure mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience with extensive deposition experience.
• Calm under pressure; able to handle conflicts with composure.
• Exceptional ability to distill complex factual and engineering issues into clear, persuasive arguments.
• Previous trial experience is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of 40–50 active litigated files.
• Develop the tactical roadmap for every case from inception to trial.
• Take and defend depositions and interface with industry experts and opposing counsel.
• Move cases toward trial or high-value settlements through aggressive advocacy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition experience

Conflict management

Legal argumentation

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a premier, high‑growth litigation boutique in Center City Philadelphia specializing exclusively in high‑stakes property subrogation. They investigate and litigate catastrophic losses—including fires, floods, structural collapses, and building failures—where technical complexity is high and millions are at stake.

The Philosophy: Results Over Routine

Our client has moved beyond the traditional law firm model. They have eliminated the administrative friction of the billable hour in favor of a meritocratic system that rewards efficiency, tactical brilliance, and successful recoveries. This is a "bet‑on‑yourself" environment designed for attorneys who want more control over their work and their income.

This is not a "support" role. Our client does not assign research memos; they assign cases. You will be expected to:

• Command a Portfolio: Take full ownership of 40–50 active litigated files.
• Drive Strategy: Develop the tactical roadmap for every case from inception to trial.
• Lead in the Field: Take and defend depositions and interface directly with industry‑leading experts and opposing counsel.
• Push for Resolution: Move cases toward trial or high‑value settlement through aggressive, disciplined advocacy.

The Model: Accountability & Upside

• No Billable Hours: The firm values movement and resolution, not time spent.
• No Bureaucracy: Direct access to leadership, clear expectations, and radical transparency.
• Direct Incentives: Compensation includes a competitive base plus a performance bonus tied directly to recoveries. Strong performers can meet or exceed $250,000+ in total annual compensation.

Requirements

Our client is looking for a litigation‑tested attorney who is comfortable in their own skin and unphased by high‑pressure environments.

• Experience: 2–5 years of litigation experience; extensive deposition experience is required.
• Temperament: Able to handle conflict without flinching. You must remain grounded when opposing counsel pushes or judges apply pressure.
• Skillset: Exceptional ability to distill complex factual and engineering issues into clear, persuasive legal arguments.
• Trial Experience: Previous trial experience is a significant plus.