Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania
  • 2+ years of experience in asbestos defense, toxic tort, or product liability
  • Licenses in Ohio, New York, or West Virginia are highly desirable
  • Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Ability to handle motion practice and client communications independently
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proactive, client-focused team mindset

Responsibilities

  • Draft pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions
  • Conduct and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses
  • Manage discovery and develop case strategy
  • Attend court conferences, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
  • Communicate directly with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel
  • Assist with trial preparation and participate in trial as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Mentorship and clear path for advancement
  • Business development support and credit opportunities
  • Engaged, inclusive, and collaborative firm culture
  • 401(k) with firm match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • Ongoing CLE and professional development support
Full Job Description
Associate Attorney with 2+ years of asbestos defense, toxic tort litigation, product liability litigation or general civil defense experience to join our Pittsburgh office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented litigator to work on complex matters, gain hands-on courtroom experience, and grow within a dynamic, trial-focused firm recognized for excellence nationwide.

What You'll Do

As part of our Pittsburgh team, you will manage a diverse defense caseload involving:
  • Asbestos and toxic tort defense
  • Product liability and premises exposure claims
  • other high value litigation matters

Responsibilities include:
  • Drafting pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions
  • Conducting and defending depositions of fact and expert witnesses
  • Managing discovery and developing case strategy
  • Attending court conferences, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
  • Communicating directly with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel
  • Assisting with trial preparation and participating in trial as needed

This position provides the opportunity to gain substantial hands-on experience and mentorship from experienced trial attorneys in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What We're Looking For
  • Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (required)
  • 2+ years of experience in asbestos defense, toxic tort, product liability or related litigation
  • Licenses in Ohio, New York or West Virginia are highly desirable
  • Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Proven ability to handle motion practice, depositions, and client communications independently
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Team-oriented mindset with a proactive, client-focused approach

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Mentorship and clear path for advancement
  • Business development support and credit opportunities
  • Engaged, inclusive, and collaborative firm culture

Comprehensive Benefits
  • 401(k) with firm match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • Ongoing CLE and professional development support

Apply Today

Ready to advance your asbestos defense career in a firm that values your experience and invests in your success?

Submit your resume today to join our Pittsburgh team and take the next step with Segal McCambridge.

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