Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney

Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney
We are a high-impact, plaintiffs-only law firm handling complex and high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts across the country. Our firm has been court-appointed Plaintiff Co-Lead and Steering Committee members for the past 15 years. Our cases focus on personal injury litigation, and we are known for our aggressive but compassionate and strategic approach in the courtroom.

This Mass Tort Litigation Associate position is focused on litigation of mass tort and product liability cases. Think written discovery, depositions, treating doctor and expert depositions, fact depositions and plaintiff prep for trial. Your job will be to work with the lead trial lawyers to develop the story, themes and framing of the case, and go find the “hot docs” and execute on discovery to gather the evidence for trial. You will be working on some of the most important national plaintiff litigation in the country including the Rideshare sexual assault cases and the Paraquat litigation.

This is not your typical Associate role or opportunity. We’re looking for someone who wants to own building the cases, think like a trial lawyer from day one, and be mentored by seasoned litigators and trial lawyers who will give you real responsibility and litigation experience. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 6+ years of litigation experience and looking to practice at the cutting edge of complex and mass tort litigation with a dynamic and collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Navigate all phases of mass tort litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, expert discovery and bellwether/trial preparation.

Lead discovery efforts, including identifying key documents, written discovery, deposing witnesses, and preparing discovery responses.

Conduct and defend depositions (fact and expert).

Draft pleadings, motions (including dispositive and evidentiary motions), discovery requests/responses, fact sheets, and other critical mass tort litigation documents.

Work closely with expert witnesses – from vetting to preparation for depositions and trials.

Participate in trial preparation, including theme development, case framing, witness outlines, exhibits, and pretrial filings.

Assist in courtroom trial work as a second chair and eventually first chair, depending on experience.

Capacity to manage complex legal matters both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

6+ years of litigation experience preferred, but all motivated candidates will be considered

Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

A passion for trial work and a “find-a-way” mentality

Comfortable taking initiative and owning parts of a case

Experience with complex civil litigation, commercial litigation, or similar is a plus

Clerkship experience is a bonus, not a requirement

Exemplifies Chaffin Luhana LLP’s Core Values of Doing Good by Doing Right ™: Results Driven, Excellence Without Paralysis, Compassionate and Authentic, In It Together, and Innovative Growth.

Adheres to all government and industry regulations, including settlement disbursements and the protection of regulated sensitive data.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify process improvements and implement solutions.

Maintain confidentiality of all Confidential Information of clients and of the company.

Excellent analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and time management skills.

Ability to handle frequent pressures, time deadlines, and multi-task.

Benefits
Financial Benefits

401k Contributions: The firm offers a discretionary match up to 5%. This includes a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2%, based on annual compensation.

Charitable Donations: The Chaffin Luhana Foundation makes an annual donation to a charity of each team member’s choice.

Healthcare Benefits

Medical Insurance: $600 toward monthly health premiums for team members or their families. Team members pay just $1.

Dental Insurance: Full coverage, with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.

Vision Insurance: Full coverage, with only a $1 monthly contribution from the team member.

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Team members receive a $1,000 contribution from the firm in their HRA account if enrolled in the PPO health plan.

Family / Dependent Care (DCR): Team members can contribute up to $7,500 pre-tax for dependent care.

Flex Spending Account (FSA): Team members can contribute up to $1,000 pre-tax for medical expenses.

Commuter Benefits

Tax-free Transit Commute (TRN): Team members can contribute up to $340 per month pre-tax toward transit tickets.

Discounted Parking (PKG): Team members can contribute up to $340 per month pre-tax toward parking.

Time Off to Recharge & Renew

Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 PTO days per year, increasing to 20 days after 3 years with the firm.

Sick Days: 3 paid sick days per year.

Celebrate the Holidays: Office is closed for 10 public holidays.

Office Closure: Office is typically closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Culture & Development of Team

Casual Dress: Enjoy our business casual dress code.

Enhance Your Skills: Up to $500 annually for continued education or training.

Learn How You’re Wired: Take a Kolbe Assessment to learn your instinctive method of operation.

Time Management: Time management luncheons with senior leadership to elevate team and organizational success.

Free Workouts: Free access to GreenTree SportsPlex for Pittsburgh office.

Recognition at the Firm

Value Team Members: Bonusly points for peer-to-peer recognition, redeemable for gift cards, trips, dinners, and more.

Eat, Drink & Be Merry: Free team lunches and happy hours.

Annual Bonus: Year-end discretionary bonus.

Firm Outing: Annual firm outing for all team members to meet up and have fun.

Note: This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions an employee in this position may be asked to perform. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements can be added, changed, or reduced by management to meet the business needs of the company.

Chaffin Luhana LLP does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.

Location: Remote

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