Litigation Attorney Jobs in Pennsylvania
Litigation attorney jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in corporate defense, civil rights, insurance defense, and government enforcement work at every level from newly barred associates through senior trial counsel. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg anchor the market, with major employers such as Duane Morris, Ballard Spahr, and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General maintaining ongoing litigation teams across the state. Commercial litigation, employment law, and toxic tort defense are among the most sought-after specialties by Pennsylvania firms and in-house departments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Company
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven state. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.
We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.
The Position
Friedman Vartolo LLP is looking for the absolute best default litigators in each jurisdiction and anticipate compensating them accordingly. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, with a strong work ethic and a desire to work in a firm with numerous other high-level attorneys.
The position requires a litigator capable of handling a wide array of litigated matters, including but not limited to, contested motions, appeals and evidentiary hearings.
Responsibilities
- Drafting of motions, briefs, and memorandums of law
- Conducting legal research
- Appearing on a wide range of court appearances including high level contested motions and evidentiary hearings
- Responding to relevant discovery related requests and motion practice
- Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies and executing on legal strategies
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience independently handling contested motion practice
- Admission to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania; New Jersey and/or New York is a plus
- Willingness to waive into additional jurisdictions
- Superior writing, research, and oral advocacy abilities
- Capable of identifying and resolving legal issues quickly and proficiently
- Able and eager to manage a heavy workload and produce a significant amount of legal work
Compensation/Benefits
At Friedman Vartolo, we believe that both ability and effort should be rewarded. To that end, we have an aggressive compensation package composed of a competitive base salary and a bonus structure. The firm also offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.
Location
The position can be located in either our Philly or Marlton, NJ office.
The Company
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven state. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.
We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.
The Position
Friedman Vartolo LLP is looking for the absolute best default litigators in each jurisdiction and anticipate compensating them accordingly. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, with a strong work ethic and a desire to work in a firm with numerous other high-level attorneys.
The position requires a litigator capable of handling a wide array of litigated matters, including but not limited to, contested motions, appeals and evidentiary hearings.
Responsibilities
- Drafting of motions, briefs, and memorandums of law
- Conducting legal research
- Appearing on a wide range of court appearances including high level contested motions and evidentiary hearings
- Responding to relevant discovery related requests and motion practice
- Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies and executing on legal strategies
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience independently handling contested motion practice
- Admission to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania; New Jersey and/or New York is a plus
- Willingness to waive into additional jurisdictions
- Superior writing, research, and oral advocacy abilities
- Capable of identifying and resolving legal issues quickly and proficiently
- Able and eager to manage a heavy workload and produce a significant amount of legal work
Compensation/Benefits
At Friedman Vartolo, we believe that both ability and effort should be rewarded. To that end, we have an aggressive compensation package composed of a competitive base salary and a bonus structure. The firm also offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.
Location
The position can be located in either our Philly or Marlton, NJ office.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in litigation attorney jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active license to practice law issued by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court required
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Experience drafting and arguing motions, pleadings, and briefs in Pennsylvania courts
- Familiarity with Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure and state court practice
- Demonstrated first-chair or second-chair trial or arbitration experience preferred
- Strong legal research skills using Westlaw, Lexis, or comparable research platforms
Litigation Attorney Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a litigation attorney in Pennsylvania?
You must earn a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and pass the Pennsylvania Bar Examination, administered by the Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners. After passing, you complete character and fitness review and are admitted to practice by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Most litigation roles also expect clerkship, clinic, or internship experience in a courtroom setting before hire.
How much do litigation attorneys make in Pennsylvania?
Litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $157,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,100 for the lowest 10% to over $323,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania right now include Burns White, Wilson Elser, and Morgan & Morgan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large law firms, insurance carriers, and state agency legal offices means hiring is spread across private practice, in-house corporate teams, and public sector legal departments.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most litigation attorney jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Oaks have the most litigation attorney openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia dominates the market as home to major Am Law 200 firms and large corporate headquarters, Pittsburgh drives demand through its financial and healthcare industries, and Harrisburg generates consistent openings through state government legal offices and regulatory agencies.
Are there remote litigation attorney jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 72% of litigation attorney openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that courtroom appearances, depositions, and client hearings keep most litigation roles anchored to a physical location. Research, brief writing, and discovery review are the tasks most commonly offered on a remote or hybrid basis.
How can I get hired as a litigation attorney in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a judicial clerkship with a Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas or the Pennsylvania Superior Court, which provides direct courtroom exposure that firms and agencies actively recruit from. Large Philadelphia and Pittsburgh firms such as Duane Morris and Buchanan Ingersoll run associate programs that accept candidates fresh from the bar exam. Public Defender offices and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office also hire entry-level attorneys and provide hands-on trial experience faster than most private firms.
Where can I find and apply to litigation attorney jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to litigation attorney jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Find roles that match your practice area and experience level and apply directly through the listings.
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