11 August 2026
Key requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school Admitted to or eligible to sit for the Pennsylvania bar Two to three years of experience with general commercial litigation matters, multi-district litigation, or class actions in state and federal courts Experience independently conducting research
The role
K&L Gates seeks a Junior Commercial Disputes Associate with 2-3 years of PQE for its Pittsburgh office. This role will focus on general commercial litigation, multi-district litigation, and class actions in state and federal courts.
What you'll do
- Conduct research independently
- Draft substantive pleadings and motions
- Organize, conduct and manage the discovery practice, including e-discovery
- Work closely with experienced lawyers
- Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact
What we're looking for
J.D. from an accredited law school
Admitted to or eligible to sit for the Pennsylvania bar
Two to three years of experience with general commercial litigation matters, multi-district litigation, or class actions in state and federal courts
Experience independently conducting research
Experience drafting substantive pleadings and motions
Experience organizing, conducting and managing the discovery practice, including e-discovery
Strong academic credentials
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to providing the highest quality client service
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clerkship experience preferred but not required· nice to have
Journal experience preferred but not required· nice to have
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
Dental Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement plan
Health Advocacy Services
Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
Addiction Resources
Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
Paid Holidays (12)
Family Building Benefits
Pro Bono Opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Bar Expense Reimbursement
529 Deductions
Relocation
Accident Insurance
Balanced Hours Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Bereavement Leave
Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
Wellness Program
Hiring contacts
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Pittsburgh Junior Commercial Disputes Associate
K&L Gates · Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh