Senior Litigation Attorney (Class-Action)

Remote Type: Hybrid

Locations: Dallas, TX; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC; Wilmington, DE; Phoenix, AZ; Los Angeles, CA; Houston, TX; Boston, MA; Atlanta, GA; Baltimore, MD; New York, NY; Palo Alto, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Chicago, IL; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL

Time Type: Full Time

Summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup. This position is not on the partnership track and is open to any US office.

Education

• JD required

Bar Admission

• Must be admitted to the bar in the jurisdiction where you are applying

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience
• Experience drafting litigation documents, such as motions to dismiss, written discovery, and summary judgment motions
• Experience appearing in state and federal courts
• Experience handling multi-district litigation is preferred

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good business judgment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual thinking with the ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication and management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Strong project management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations

While specific job requirements may vary depending on the scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements, including:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned
• Employees are expected to embrace and uphold the firm's values as part of the culture. Commitment to excellence in client representation and professional development is required

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid with some in-office expectations or remote (as appropriate)
• Some travel required

Pay Transparency

In accordance with California, New York, Washington DC, and Washington's Pay Transparency Law, the pay range for this position, if hired to work in California, New York, Washington DC, or Washington is $235,000-$275,000 per year. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will depend on various factors, including the candidate's geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. A comprehensive package of benefits is offered, including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

Application Process

All candidates must provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a writing sample not substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant.