Subrogation Litigation Associate

Gateway Search Associates

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Legal, Litigation, Subrogation
LOCATION
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
POSTED
7 days ago
Our client is a premier, high -growth litigation boutique in Center City Philadelphia specializing exclusively in high -stakes property subrogation. They investigate and litigate catastrophic losses—including fires, floods, structural collapses, and building failures—where technical complexity is high and millions are at stake.
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The Philosophy: Results Over Routine<\/b>
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Our client has moved beyond the traditional law firm model. They have eliminated the administrative friction of the billable hour in favor of a meritocratic system that rewards efficiency, tactical brilliance, and successful recoveries. This is a "bet -on -yourself" environment designed for attorneys who want more control over their work and their income.
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This is not a "support" role. Our client does not assign research memos; they assign cases. You will be expected to:
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  • Command a Portfolio:<\/b> Take full ownership of 40–50 active litigated files.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Drive Strategy:<\/b> Develop the tactical roadmap for every case from inception to trial.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Lead in the Field:<\/b> Take and defend depositions and interface directly with industry -leading experts and opposing counsel.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Push for Resolution:<\/b> Move cases toward trial or high -value settlement through aggressive, disciplined advocacy.<\/span><\/span>
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    The Model: Accountability & Upside<\/b>
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    • No Billable Hours:<\/b> The firm values movement and resolution, not time spent.<\/span><\/span>
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    • No Bureaucracy:<\/b> Direct access to leadership, clear expectations, and radical transparency.<\/span><\/span>
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    • Direct Incentives:<\/b> Compensation includes a competitive base plus a performance bonus tied directly to recoveries. Strong performers can meet or exceed $250,000+<\/b> in total annual compensation.<\/span><\/span>
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      Requirements<\/h3>
      Our client is looking for a litigation -tested attorney who is comfortable in their own skin and unphased by high -pressure environments.
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      • Experience:<\/b> 2–5 years of litigation experience; extensive deposition experience is required.<\/span><\/span>
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      • Temperament:<\/b> Able to handle conflict without flinching. You must remain grounded when opposing counsel pushes or judges apply pressure.<\/span><\/span>
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      • Skillset:<\/b> Exceptional ability to distill complex factual and engineering issues into clear, persuasive legal arguments.<\/span><\/span>
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      • Trial Experience:<\/b> Previous trial experience is a significant plus.<\/span><\/span>
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About the Company

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Gateway Search Associates