Associate Attorney

Job Description

Mass Tort / Class Action Associate Attorney

Location: New Jersey
Experience: 3+ years
Compensation: $150,000-$165,000


A respected law firm is looking to add an experienced Mass Tort / Class Action Associate Attorney to its growing litigation practice.


This is an opportunity for a plaintiff-side attorney who wants meaningful responsibility in complex litigation and the opportunity to work on matters involving individuals and groups of plaintiffs.

What You’ll Handle

• Manage complex litigation matters from initial case evaluation through resolution
  
  
• Assist with and take responsibility for pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, and trial preparation
  
  
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
  
  
• Work with clients throughout the litigation process
  
  
• Handle matters in state and federal courts
  
  
• Assist with case intake, investigation, and evaluation of potential claims
  
  
• Work collaboratively with experienced attorneys on complex plaintiff-side matters
  
  

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of litigation experience
  
  
• Experience with mass tort, class action, personal injury, products liability, or another complex plaintiff-side practice
  
  
• Experience handling matters in state and federal courts
  
  
• Strong understanding of civil litigation procedure
  
  
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple matters and take ownership of assignments
  
  
• Admission to both the New Jersey and New York Bars in good standing
  
  

A background in science, medicine, or another technical field is a plus but is not required .

What This Opportunity Offers

• $150,000-$165,000 base salary
  
  
• Potential bonus opportunities
  
  
• Comprehensive benefits package
  
  
• Retirement benefits
  
  
• Professional development opportunities
  
  
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation
  
  
• Collaborative environment with experienced litigators
  
  
• Meaningful responsibility and client interaction
  
  

If you're a plaintiff-side litigator considering a move, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation and provide additional information about the opportunity.


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