Litigation Of Counsel

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Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Litigation Of Counsel with a strong background in product liability and/or complex commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, superior research and writing abilities, and the capacity to work effectively independently and within a team.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, 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.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of litigation experience (preferably gained while practicing at an AmLaw 100 firm), with experience in product liability and/or complex commercial litigation.
• A science background (MD, MPH, PharmD, Epidemiology) must be considered.
• Superior research, analytical, and writing skills are highly preferred.
• Experience with the pharmaceutical and medical device industry and clients is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, are necessary.
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize is also required.
• Prefer candidates with immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail will be critical to success.
• J.D. degree.
• 8+ years of litigation experience.
• CA Bar admission.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience.

Location: San Diego, CA

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