Oil & Gas Litigation Associate Attorney Job at Beacon Hill, Pittsburgh, PA

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  • Beacon Hill
  • Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Our client is a well‑established, full‑service law firm based in Pittsburgh with a strong regional energy practice. We are seeking an Oil & Gas Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its team. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in the courtroom, enjoys complex legal analysis, and wants to work closely with experienced litigators in the energy sector.

This position focuses primarily on oil & gas litigation , including contract disputes, lease issues, title‑related litigation, and royalty matters. The role also includes opportunities for client counseling and limited transactional review related to chains of title and contract instruments.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and litigation memoranda
  • Prepare and respond to written discovery
  • Assist with deposition preparation; taking/defending depositions is preferred
  • Evaluate evidence for hearings, trials, and settlement strategy
  • Conduct legal research and draft litigation position statements
  • Appear in court for hearings and related proceedings
  • Review contract documents and analyze instruments in chains of title
  • Counsel clients on oil & gas contract issues and potential litigation

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania (required)
  • Licensure in West Virginia, Ohio, or New York is a plus
  • 3+ years of litigation experience , ideally involving oil & gas, energy, natural resources, or property disputes
  • Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
  • Experience with depositions and court hearings preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well‑regarded regional energy litigation team and gain opportunities for courtroom experience, professional development, and cross‑practice collaboration. Compensation is competitive and based on experience.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply immediatley by submitting a resume below.


Desired Skills and Experience

Litigation
Oil & Gas
Contracts
Negotiation
Discovery
Pleadings
Motions
Hearings

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting .

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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