Product Life Cycle Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Product Life Cycle Associate Attorney

Locations: Denver, Colorado; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington

Direct Counsel is seeking a Product Life Cycle Associate to join the nationally recognized Product Life Cycle Practice Group of a premier global law firm. This is an exciting opportunity for a litigation associate with sophisticated products liability experience to work with leading companies across cutting-edge industries on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters throughout the product life cycle.

The practice represents industry leaders in sectors including artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, food and beverage, IoT, cosmetics, retail, and technology.

Responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated products liability and complex commercial litigation matters
• Draft and argue:
  • Briefs
  • Motions
  • Correspondence
  • Discovery responses
• Conduct:
  • Depositions
  • Expert interviews
  • Oral arguments
  • Case investigations and factual analysis
• Manage document collection, review, and production processes
• Analyze technical, causation, and failure-related issues in complex litigation matters
• Support multidistrict litigation (MDL) and coordinated state court proceedings
• Work closely with clients, experts, and multidisciplinary legal teams
• Assist in developing litigation strategy for national and international matters

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• 3–5 years of products liability litigation experience
• Experience with:
  • Drafting briefs and discovery responses
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Oral advocacy
  • Expert witness coordination
  • Document management in complex litigation
• Experience with multidistrict litigation and/or coordinated proceedings preferred
• Strong analytical, drafting, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong client service skills
• Active bar membership in California, Colorado, Washington, or New York

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $260,000 – $365,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Competitive discretionary bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Industry-leading parental leave and family support benefits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
• Wellness and mental health resources, including employee assistance and wellness programs
• Flexible time away and reduced schedule arrangements
• Paid bar registration and professional association fees
• Robust mentorship, sponsorship, and career development programs
• Significant pro bono opportunities and charitable matching initiatives

This is an outstanding opportunity for a litigation associate seeking sophisticated products liability work, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term growth within a collaborative and highly respected global practice.