Litigation Associate Attorney in Pittsburgh

Job Description

A well-established, business-focused law firm in Pennsylvania is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of private practice experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven litigator ready to take ownership of challenging matters, contribute to a growing practice, and build long-term success within a collaborative and high-performing team.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in commercial litigation, is comfortable managing cases with autonomy, and is committed to delivering excellent service through all phases of litigation. While primarily in-office, this role offers flexibility to structure your day with professional discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in a wide range of business disputes and litigation matters
• Manage litigation from intake to resolution, with support and mentorship from partners
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and conduct legal research on complex issues
• Attend and conduct hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations/trials
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania
• 3–7 years of litigation experience in a private law firm
• Background in commercial and general business litigation required
• Strong research, writing, and case management skills
• High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and professional demeanor
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Westlaw, and LexisNexis

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunity: based on billable performance
• Reasonable billable target: 1500 hours, with bonus eligibility at 1600
• Full access to support staff during business hours
• Group medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Eligibility for firm’s 401(k) retirement plan
• Up to 15 PTO days annually, with flexible use and limited carryover
• A strong culture of mentorship, collaboration, and long-term professional growth

If you’re a litigation attorney looking for a balanced environment that values quality of work, client service, and strategic thinking—this is an outstanding opportunity to build your career with intention.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.