Litigation Associate

About the role

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an Associate with Commercial Litigation experience to join its Philadelphia office. Litigation associates have an exciting opportunity to learn from and work closely with energetic, highly experienced legal practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment.

Responsibilities

• Simultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusion
• Possesses strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients
• Demonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and show a strong interest in advancing a career in litigation
• Produces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client services
• Manages business and assists in the generation of business through group and individual efforts
• Complies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal profession

Requirements

• Juris Doctor
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of Pennsylvania; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirements
• Admission in the state of New York or New Jersey is a plus

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a licensed attorney at a law firm
• Litigation experience should include both traditional and electronic discovery, preparation for and taking depositions, motion drafting, and active participation in hearings and trial
• Outstanding writing, research, analytical and oral advocacy skills
• Significant courtroom experience (state and/or federal) including appeals
• Strong academic credentials
• Demonstrated ability to manage matters and to delegate to and manage junior associates
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a large collaborative team

Supervisory Responsibilities

Indirect – actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfaction

Physical Activity

The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computer

Travel Required

Generally less than 10%, however, this will be case specific and may, at times, involve more travel

Pay

Philadelphia range: $215–260k/yr