Elevate your legal career by joining a premier Labor & Employment team in Pennsylvania. We are seeking a high-caliber Associate - Employment Attorney to join a thriving and growing regional powerhouse renowned for blending sophisticated legal strategy with a friendly, collegial culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a wide range of labor, employment, and defense matters within a firm celebrated for its legal excellence and expansive reach across 13 locations. - About the Role As an Associate in our Philadelphia office, you will serve as a core member of a broad and expanding practice group. You will navigate complex employment claims and manage general litigation defense matters for a diverse roster of clients across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This role is designed for an experienced practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses sharp critical reasoning, and is ready to integrate into a robust practice that values professional development and seamless team collaboration. Key Responsibilities • Comprehensive Claims Defense: Handle a wide range of labor and employment matters, as well as general liability and complex insurance defense litigation from inception through resolution. • Case & Document Development: Draft high-level pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda, and expertly manage and answer written discovery. • Active Advocacy: Take depositions, participate in arbitrations, and support trial preparations and proceedings. • Strategic Research & Analysis: Conduct sophisticated legal research to develop sound defense strategies for intricate workplace and compliance issues. • Collaborative Execution: Deliver efficient, high-quality legal services as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of over 140 legal professionals, ensuring the highest standards of client service. Requirements • Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for candidates defending labor and employment claims, handling insurance defense, or managing complex litigation. • Academic Background: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and strong analytical skills. • Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey bars. • Skills: Exceptional research, writing, and organizational skills, with extreme attention to detail and the ability to articulate complex legal theories clearly. Why This Opportunity? • Regional Prestige: Join a highly respected, growing firm with more than 140 legal professionals across 13 strategic locations. • Professional Growth: Work in a thriving environment that actively encourages career advancement, supported by strong leadership and a collaborative atmosphere. • Dynamic Culture: Enjoy a truly friendly office environment that balances sophisticated, high-stakes legal work with a supportive team dynamic. • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Benefit from a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a generous, comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. Location / Working Model • Location: Philadelphia, PA. • Working Model: Our firm values the synergy of in-person collaboration, mentorship, and team cohesion. This role operates within our Philadelphia office, supported by a modern and flexible professional environment.