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Litigation Attorney - Commercial Litigation & Collections

McPhail Sanchez, LLC, New York, NY, United States


Litigation Attorney– Commercial Litigation & Collections

Josiah Knapp Law, PC | Philadelphia, PA (Center City / Downtown)

Overview
Josiah Knapp Law, PC is a growing, multi-state law firm with offices in Philadelphia and New York and expansion underway into Florida. We represent businesses nationwide, with a strong focus on commercial litigation and collections across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

We are seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience, licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, to join our downtown Philadelphia (Center City) office. This is a high-impact role offering immediate responsibility, meaningful courtroom exposure, and the opportunity to manage a substantial caseload in a performance-driven environment.

Our team is highly collaborative and operates best with attorneys working together in-office five days per week, while maintaining flexibility for personal needs and life demands.

If you’re a litigation attorney looking for autonomy, courtroom experience, and growth in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply with a cover letter, resume and writing sample.

What You’ll Do

Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution

Handle collections and commercial litigation cases, including casino-related matters

Draft, file, and argue motions in state courts

Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and proceedings

Lead all phases of discovery, including depositions

Conduct legal research and draft briefs and memoranda

Negotiate settlements and drive efficient case resolution

Manage a high-volume caseload with autonomy and accountability

Partner with attorneys and staff to deliver strong client outcomes

What You Bring

JD from an accredited law school

Active bar admission in NJ and PA (required)

5+ years of litigation experience (required)

Experience in collections, creditor rights, or commercial litigation preferred

Strong courtroom presence and motion practice experience

Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills

Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume workload

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Professional, confident, and client-facing demeanor

Interest in expanding into additional practice areas

Authorized to work in the US

Why Join Us

Immediate ownership of cases and direct courtroom exposure

High-volume practice with measurable impact

Growing firm with expansion into new markets

Opportunity to build expertise in a specialized and in-demand area

Collaborative, in-office team environment with flexibility where it matters

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $110,000 – $140,000 (commensurate with experience)

Annual profit-sharing bonus tied to firm performance

Health insurance (firm covers 50% of individual premium)

401(k) with employer match

Additional Opportunities

Solo practitioners seeking a more stable platform

Attorneys with a small portable book of business

Please email your cover letter, resume, salary requirements and list of references to: winkelman@JosiahKnappLaw.com

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