Litigation Associate

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

FIRM OVERVIEW

Berger Montague PC is a nationally renowned plaintiff class action civil litigation firm consisting of over 100 attorneys. The Firm pioneered the use of class actions in securities and antitrust litigation, and since then, has expanded the use of class actions in the fields of consumer, employment, environmental, and insurance litigation, as well as in the areas of civil and human rights.

Berger Montague offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package, which includes health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, HRA contribution, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) contribution, profit sharing, and pretax transportation benefits.

We have a busy national practice and are looking to add a commercial litigation attorney to our firm, preferably to our Philadelphia office, although we are open to candidates admitted in any US jurisdiction. Our offices are partially remote, and a fully remote arrangement will be considered depending upon the residence of qualified candidates.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Negotiate discovery in complex cases, including drafting written discovery and litigating discovery motions.
• Lead depositions.
• Conduct meet and confer sessions.
• Draft pleadings, pretrial motions, and briefs.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial proceedings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, including experience with negotiating discovery, litigating discovery motions, and taking depositions.
• Candidates should have significant experience writing briefs and pleadings.
• Prior experience litigating class actions is a plus.
• Prior trial experience is a plus.
• Candidates should have strong academic credentials and excellent robust analytical, research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Candidates must have a strong work ethic and an ability to manage and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Candidates should be licensed to practice law in at least one United States jurisdiction, preferably Pennsylvania, New York, Illinois, California, Washington D.C., or Minnesota. However, licensure in these jurisdictions is not required.

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Goula, HR Generalist (jgoula@bergermontague.com). Please include “Commercial Litigation Associate” in the subject line.

Berger Montague PC is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace. All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply.