Associate Attorney

Sophisticated downtown Pittsburgh, PA litigation firm seeks Pennsylvania-licensed attorney. If you have a tenacious yet tempered style, an empathy for clients, a resilient attitude, and the desire to win, we have a great opportunity for you to work as an Associate Attorney at Very Law.Who We AreAt Very Law we are motivated by the desire to help people when they need it most.

That support doesn’t end with our clients. Imagine yourself in a modern, paperless workspace using top of the line apps and equipment where you feel supported and can collaborate and learn from the team of professionals around you.Our Core ValuesDo good

Build trust

Lead compassionately

Communicate honestly

Achieve your best

What We OfferCompetitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance with low deductible401k matching and profit sharing

Dental, vision, life, and short and long-term disability insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Convenient, 24/7, paid garage parking

Local, state, and national trade association membershipCLE and attorney registration

Monthly happy hours

Quarterly professional development dinners with distinguished speakers and coaches

All-expense-paid Bench Bar conference

Three-person support staff

Private window office in Class A downtown skyscraper

Equity partnership track

What You’ll Be DoingMeet with and advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, and legal rights and obligations

Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information from a variety of sources, including interviewing clients and claimants. Analyze the probable outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents

Attend court hearings throughout every stage

Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation

Prepare, draft, and review legal documents such as motions and briefs

Communicate with clients regarding the status of their case, proactively providing updates, and reviewing discovery and all other essential court documentation

Skills/RequirementsBachelor’s Degree and Juris DoctorateLicensed to practice law in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar2 years civil litigation experience preferred

Some management experience preferred

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process

Possess strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate information and ideas so others will understand

Able to comprehend and synthesize written and oral information at a fast pace

Technical skills including proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs as well as legal research through WestlawA curious, tenacious defender of clients that can apply creative ideas when problem-solving and maintains a positive, resilient approach

Ready to grow? We’ve got you.

Besides the powerful hands-on experience you'll gain in the courtroom, we promise to nurture your talents, all in an environment that is informal yet professional.All applications will be kept confidential, other than to references. We are considering applicants on a rolling basis.Very Law is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.