Defense Litigation Associate - Mass Torts and Products Liability

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Defense Litigation Associate in New York, NY. This role involves collaborating with colleagues across various offices and local counsel nationwide. The position offers a hybrid work environment with three days in the Manhattan office.

Duties

• Litigate complex injury defense matters
• Take and defend depositions as first chair
• Manage discovery, including e-discovery
• Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, and briefs
• Participate in trial and ADR planning and preparation
• Represent clients at courtroom conferences and motion appearances
• Manage day-to-day case responsibilities with partner supervision

Requirements

• Admission to the New York bar
• Experience practicing before New York State courts; federal experience is a plus
• Strong deposition, motion practice, pleading, and e-discovery experience
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video conferencing platforms
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload
• Demonstrated ability to quickly absorb and understand new information
• High standards of performance, professionalism, and accountability
• A cooperative, positive, and flexible team-oriented attitude
• Military experience welcome

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York bar

Skills

• Strong deposition and motion practice skills
• Proficiency in e-discovery
• Excellent research and writing abilities
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Benefits

• Hybrid work opportunity
• Engagement in sophisticated, high-stakes litigation

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306