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Business/Insurance/IP/Employment Litigation Associate Attorney(s) needed ASAP for exciting trial-based practice in these diverse areas. We are looking to hire a full-time litigation attorney for one or more of these areas: insurance coverage, bad faith and defense litigation; business litigation; IP infringement litigation; and employment/trade secret litigation work. Applicant must be licensed at minimum in Pennsylvania and we would prefer someone living in the Western Pennsylvania region. Some deposition, motions, oral argument and/or courtroom experience will be considered favorably. Good writing skills are required. Excellent training, mentoring and benefits will be provided (healthcare insurance, life insurance, 401(k), monthly technology budget, indoor on-site parking pass etc.) and flexible/hybrid work arrangements can be discussed.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist lead attorneys in handling all aspects of litigation, including: research, writing, drafting pleadings and dispositive motions
• Drafting and answering discovery requests and discovery responses
• Participating in, or administering large document database management, review and coding, and document production when needed on complex cases
• Preparing for, taking and/or participating in depositions
• Presenting motions and arguments in court
• Substantial client contacts and engagement with litigation teams on complex cases
• Assisting in all aspects of strategy, development, and preparation for hearings, agency tribunal proceedings, and participation in trials.

Qualifications

• Law licensure in Pennsylvania at minimum.
• 2 - 6+ years experience in some or all practice areas of insurance coverage or defense and bad faith litigation, business litigation, IP infringement litigation, employment and trade secrets litigation or cybersecurity and data breach in support or lead roles preferred.
• Need strong, high-level research and writing skills and a good understanding of Pennsylvania state and federal law and litigation rules and strategies.
• Strong consideration will be given to those with insurance coverage, defense and bad faith litigation experience. Knowledge of IP, trade secrets, and employment law are helpful.
• Experience in helping senior lawyers with hearing, trial and courtroom preparation, and other litigation and document management support is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits Offered

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, firm-paid downtown parking pass
• Compensation package based upon candidate qualifications and experience

Contact

Please send your resume and salary requirements to careers@hh-law.com

Overview

Insurance coverage and bad faith litigation associate attorney needed for one of Pittsburgh’s premier insurance coverage and bad faith litigation practices: 

Houston Harbaugh, P.C., has a nationally recognized insurance coverage and bad faith litigation practice. The Firm is rooted in Pittsburgh, and has been a trusted legal counsel to businesses and individuals for over 50 years. Our firm specializes in corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, business, insurance coverage and bad faith, and intellectual property litigation. We also focus on emerging legal issues in areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), renewable energy, land use, zoning, renewable energy, oil & gas and healthcare. Leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies, and strong AI expertise, we enhance our legal research, analysis, and service delivery to provide exceptional counsel. Our goal is to help clients achieve success, manage risks, navigate regulations, and address complex legal matters. To learn more about us, visit www.hh-law.com and also Google Search for our AI, Insurance and Law series "Defending the Algorithm™".

Role Description

We seek a full-time 2-5 year associate attorney for the firm’s robust insurance coverage and bad faith practice group. The position will also involve working on other business litigation matters. Applicant must be licensed at a minimum in Pennsylvania. Residency in the Western Pennsylvania region is preferred. Candidates should have research, writing and litigation experience involving some or all of: first party property claims, UM/UIM claims, Pennsylvania bad faith law, coverage opinions and disputes, and insurance agents/brokers. The position involves engagement in complex litigation in both state and federal court and an opportunity for professional and business development.

Excellent training, mentoring, benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Attorneys in this practice work both in the office and remotely.

Job Duties:

Assist lead attorneys in handling all aspects of insurance coverage counseling and litigation, including:

• preparing insurance coverage opinion letters.
• drafting pleadings.
• drafting discovery requests and discovery responses.
• preparing for and participating in depositions.
• presenting motions; and
• assisting in all aspects of dispositive motions practice and trials.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law; a Juris Doctor (JD) degree; Law Licensure in Pennsylvania at a minimum
• Experience preparing and drafting Motions and other legal documents
• Proficiency in legal Research and analysis to provide effective case strategies
• Skills in handling Depositions and conducting client and witness interviews
• Knowledgeable in court proceedings, including litigation practices and trial preparation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines effectively

Why You’ll Love Us:

Our nationally recognized insurance practice provides exciting and complex work with lots of client contact, deposition, and courtroom experience, as well as business development opportunities. We support new associates' business development efforts and promote social media, blogs, podcasts, pro bono work, and community activities. Google or search for "Houston Harbaugh" today for more details.

Benefits Offered Include:

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and firm-paid downtown parking pass
• Compensation and additional incentive-based bonuses package based upon candidate qualifications and experience
• A monthly technology budget to be applied to any technology costs including those incurred from working remotely
• Strong support for marketing, networking and business development efforts.

Contact

Please e-mail resume and salary requirements to Careers@hh-law.com 

Houston Harbaugh, P.C. is a law firm located in downtown Pittsburgh and has 40 lawyers and 28 non-lawyer staff.  The firm was founded in 1975 and has earned and enjoyed a great reputation as one of the best places to work in Pittsburgh.  We invite you to learn more about the firm on our website, www.hh-law.com.  The firm has an immediate opening for a full-time senior level attorney in its Corporate Group, as defined below. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level attorney desiring regular client interaction and significant responsibility, with work-life balance in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Partners in all areas of corporate and commercial law.
• Be able to work autonomously.
• Prepare and negotiate disclosure schedules and other documents and agreements related to sale, acquisition, merger and other commercial transactions.
• Draft, review and revise all forms of commercial documents including master service agreements, purchase order terms, supply agreements and distributor agreements
• Counsel clients on new entity formation including drafting, reviewing and revising formation documents, employment agreements and owner buy-sell agreements.
• Performed legal research on corporate matters.
• Assist in marketing the firm’s Corporate group to generate business from current and new client

Qualifications

• Law Licensure in Pennsylvania at minimum
• 7-10 years relevant practice experience in the areas of general corporate law, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions and business planning
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Flexible remote work schedule available
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, firm-paid downtown parking pass
• Compensation package based upon candidate qualifications and experience
• Senior Attorneys are eligible for profitability and business origination bonuses. These bonuses are done on a quarterly basis.

Contact

Please send your resume and salary requirements to careers@hh-law.com

Overview

The Law firm of Houston Harbaugh, P.C. is looking to hire either a full-time environmental litigation associate
(or an hourly based contract lawyer for part-time) for the firm’s environmental practice group. Applicant must be licensed at minimum in Pennsylvania and we would prefer someone living in the Western Pennsylvania region.

Excellent training, mentoring and benefits and flexible work arrangement. 

Responsibilities

• Providing legal support and counsel on a variety of environmental matters including regulatory compliance, litigation, investigations, enforcement actions, and transactional due diligence;
• Counsel and representation to clients on environmental law matters;
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client cases and initiatives;
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs;
• Participate in negotiations, depositions and settlement discussions; and
• Collaborate with other firm attorneys and legal professionals within other practices.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of environmental legal experience;
• Preferably, experience in regulatory compliance, environmental litigation, government investigations, enforcement actions, and transactional due diligence;
• Law licensure in Pennsylvania at minimum;
• Knowledge of Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and/or RCRA matters and associated state regulations;
• Possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school;
• Strong legal research and analytical skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively;
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; and
• Be able to work with a team or individually;

Why You'll Love Us

This is exciting and complex work with lots of client contact, deposition and courtroom experience, as well as business development opportunities. We support business development efforts by new associates and promote social media, blogs, podcasts, pro bono work and community activities. Google or search Houston Harbaugh today for more details. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible remote work schedule available
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, firm-paid downtown parking pass
• Compensation package based upon candidate qualifications and experience
• Quarterly bonuses based on profitability and business generation
• A monthly technology budget to be applied to any technology costs incurred from working remotely.

Contact

Please e-mail resume and salary requirements to Careers@hh-law.com