Experienced Attorneys

At Stevens & Lee, experienced attorneys with one year to a decade or more of practice are essential members of our team. We offer the sophistication of a “Big Law” practice while maintaining a low-key and collegial environment. We believe in supporting our attorneys both as professionals and individuals, and know that our unique platform will allow you to excel by doing the best and most challenging work of your career. We are so invested in your success that we look to recruit those candidates we believe will become shareholders.

Stevens & Lee is proud to be distinguished among BTI Consulting Groups’ Associate Satisfaction A-Listers 2026 in both overall job satisfaction and in satisfaction for women associates. These designations are based on results from a BTI survey of associates at Am Law 200, global, mid-size and smaller law firms that measured seven drivers of associate retention and job satisfaction, including a commitment to career advancement, relevant training, impactful mentoring, clear paths for career growth and partner investment in associate success.

So that your career will progress quickly, we will take the time to invest in and support you through:

  • Continued training and mentorship to enable you to become a first chair lawyer
  • Ongoing business education and experience to help you better understand our clients and the markets in which they compete
  • Developing deeper relationships with both clients and colleagues as you progress in your ability to deliver increasingly sophisticated services
  • Providing direct access to the clients, shareholders and firm leadership that will help to accelerate your career
  • Honing your legal, leadership and interpersonal skills to enhance both the client experience and your overall job satisfaction

We encourage our attorneys to be more than just lawyers. Our culture is one that encourages participation in the firm and in legal, business, industry and other professional organizations, as well as in community and charitable endeavors. The firm supports a number of organizations and is always looking for our people to get involved and play an important role in their expanded communities. Rest assured, we will support your growth and the development of your network for your benefit and that of the firm.

If you are looking for immediate, hands-on experience, accelerated career opportunities and a flexible environment, Stevens & Lee could be the firm for you. We provide competitive salaries, discretionary bonuses and excellent benefits including an annual contribution of 10% of an employee’s gross compensation to Stevens & Lee’s defined contribution profit sharing plan, vesting in three years, and 100% coverage of the health care premium for all employees.

We invite you to open the door to a new opportunity and work with a selection of the best professionals in the industry today.

Current Openings

Real Estate Associate - Lancaster

Stevens & Lee is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join our Lancaster office. This associate will work as part of a collaborative and sophisticated real estate practice, with a particular focus on zoning, land use, and development matters. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of law firm experience representing developers, property owners, investors, businesses, and other stakeholders in land use and transactional real estate matters particularly in conjunction with development projects. Familiarity with Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) and local zoning and land development regulations is preferred.
Job Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients in zoning, land development, and land use matters before municipal boards, planning commissions, zoning hearing boards, and governing bodies.
  • Advise clients on zoning ordinances, subdivision and land development regulations, permitting requirements, and entitlement processes.
  • Assist clients with due diligence and regulatory review for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
  • Draft and review zoning applications, land development submissions, easement agreements, restrictive covenants, and related real estate documents.
  • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda regarding land use, municipal, and real estate issues.
  • Attend public hearings, municipal meetings, and client meetings.

Candidates must be licensed and in good standing in Pennsylvania.

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Stevens & Lee offers associates immediate, hands-on experience and accelerated career opportunities. We provide competitive salaries, discretionary bonuses and excellent benefits including an annual contribution of 10% of an employee’s gross compensation to Stevens & Lee’s defined contribution profit sharing plan, vesting in three years, and 100% coverage of the health care premium for all employees.

In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Lee Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.

Commercial Litigation Associate – Wilmington DE

Stevens & Lee is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with at least three years of experience to join our Wilmington, DE Office.  This position provides valuable hands-on lStevens & Lee is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with at least three years of experience to join our Wilmington, DE Office.  This position provides valuable hands-on litigation experience, including opportunities to gain courtroom experience and develop deposition skills.  Ideal candidates will have experience in the following areas:

  • DE Court of Chancery, Superior Court CCLD and the District of Delaware
  • Deposition preparation
  • Discovery and eDiscovery
  • Drafting of pleadings, motions, and briefs
  • Trials and class actions (not required)

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.  Candidates must be licensed and in good standing in Delaware. PA or NJ admission a plus.

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Stevens & Lee offers immediate, hands-on and accelerated career opportunities. We provide competitive salaries, discretionary bonuses and excellent benefits including an annual contribution of 10% of an employee’s gross compensation to Stevens & Lee’s defined contribution profit sharing plan, vesting in three years, and 100% coverage of the health care premium for all employees. 

Stevens & Lee’s Delaware office handles sophisticated corporate and commercial matters including corporate governance and derivative actions, alternative entity litigation and business divorce.  We also litigate other corporate claims such as appraisal, advancement, books and records, restrictive covenants and actions related to the misappropriation of trade secrets.  Experience with litigation involving special committees is a plus.  Our commercial litigation practices encompasses disputes relating to stock and asset purchase agreements and other commercial contracts, breach of representations and earn out disputes.

Stevens & Lee’s Litigation Group consists of more than 60 attorneys, including over 15 associates.  Our litigators are problem solvers who deliver efficient, desired outcomes to clients facing disputes. 

The base annual pay range for this full-time role is between $170,000 and $250,000 and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Lee Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.

ESOP Attorney – Multiple Locations

Stevens & Lee is seeking a highly qualified attorney with at least seven years of experience to join its growing national ESOP practice. Ideal candidates will have experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and capital market transactions. 
Experience in the following areas is preferred:

  • ESOP transactions: Sales of equity to ESOPs and related transaction financing.
  • M&A: Acquisitions of stock or assets by ESOP-owned companies and sales of ESOP-owned businesses.
  • ESOP compliance: Ongoing compliance and advisory support.

The breadth of this practice within the firm allows us to welcome candidates located anywhere in the country.  Locations in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, California, New England and North Carolina markets are preferred.  Multi-state licensure is a plus.  Must be licensed and in good standing in the state of residence.

Stevens & Lee offers immediate, hands-on experience, accelerated career opportunities and a collaborative culture. We provide competitive salaries, discretionary bonuses and excellent benefits including an annual contribution of 10% of an employee’s gross compensation to Stevens & Lee’s defined contribution pension plan (vesting in three years).  401k is also available.  We also pay 100% of the employee’s health insurance premium and subsidize the premium for other family members.

The base annual pay range for this full-time role is between $185,000 and $225,000 and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. 

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In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Lee Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.

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