Pay: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing litigation practice where you can build meaningful courtroom and case management experience.
- Handle sophisticated civil litigation matters and take an active role in cases from early strategy through resolution or trial.
- Work closely with experienced attorneys while gaining autonomy and increasing responsibility.
- Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.
- Be part of a collaborative, client-focused legal team with opportunities to grow at different experience levels.
- Receive a strong benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), dental, vision, and generous paid time off.
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid opportunity with a balanced schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Note:
You must be admitted and in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar and have at least 1 year of litigation experience. We are hiring attorneys at multiple experience levels, including candidates with approximately 2 to 6 years of experience and more experienced attorneys with 4+ years. Insurance defense experience is strongly preferred, but attorneys with relevant in-house litigation experience will also be considered.
About Us
We are a growing civil litigation practice focused on delivering skilled, strategic, and client-centered legal representation. Our team handles a broad range of complex litigation matters and values strong advocacy, collaboration, professional development, and exceptional results. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent clients in civil litigation matters, including insurance defense, personal injury, property damage, contract disputes, negligent security, liquor liability, and related matters.
- Manage cases from initial preparation through discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and develop thoughtful, effective litigation strategies.
- Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings.
- Collaborate with partners and fellow attorneys to develop and execute case strategy.
- Communicate effectively with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
- Manage caseloads efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality legal work.
- Stay current on relevant legal developments and apply sound judgment to client matters.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active Pennsylvania Bar license in good standing.
- 1+ year of litigation experience required.
- Approximately 2 to 6 years of experience ideal for one opening and 4+ years for another.
- Insurance defense litigation experience preferred.
- Relevant in-house litigation experience will also be considered.
- Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, communication, and case management skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative legal team.
- Trial experience or a genuine interest in developing trial skills is a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will have the opportunity to do meaningful litigation work, take on increasing responsibility, and build your career alongside experienced legal professionals. We offer a collaborative environment where strong ideas, initiative, and excellent advocacy are valued. With hybrid flexibility, strong benefits, and exposure to a diverse range of civil litigation matters, this is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to grow and make an impact.
JPC- 1849
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: PA bar license, 1+ yr litigation exp. Preferred: insurance defense litigation
- Required Years as Associate: target profiles include approximately 2 to 6 years and 4+ years
- Additional context: Relocation- [No]. Packages - [No relocation package].
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
- 1 to 2 years: $100,000 to $115,000
- 2 to 4 years: $115,000 to $135,000
- 4 to 6 years: $135,000 to $150,000
- 6+ years: $150,000 to $160,000
Submission Email: KEN, kenhardin@hardinlawpc.net
Quick Recruiter Reference
Hybrid Pittsburgh Litigation Attorney role for two hires, requiring an active PA Bar and 1+ year of litigation experience. One opening targets approximately 2 to 6 years, and the other targets 4+ years. Insurance defense is preferred, with relevant in-house litigation backgrounds also considered.
Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney- Hardin Thompson PC - JPC- 1849 - source
**New Job Order Alert**
- Client job title: Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid
- Experience: 1+
- Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Insurance Defense Attorney, Litigation Associate, Civil Litigation Attorney, Trial Attorney, Associate Attorney, Litigation Counsel, In-House Counsel
- # of hires needed: 2