Litigation Attorney (Professional Track, Product Liability, Mass Tort & Class Actions) - Am Law 100

Job Description

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Attorney – Litigation (Professional Track)

Locations: San Francisco, CA; Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Washington, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Northfield, New York, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Reston, San Diego, Seattle, Short Hills, Wilmington

Direct Counsel is seeking an Attorney to join a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm's growing Proposition 65 practice, which is part of its highly regarded Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions group. This is a non-partnership-track position offering the opportunity to work on sophisticated litigation and regulatory matters with a nationally recognized team. The position is open to candidates in any U.S. office, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex litigation matters involving Proposition 65, consumer litigation, product liability, and related regulatory issues.
• Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare high-quality written work product.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other litigation-related documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, business professionals, and external audiences.
• Manage multiple matters and competing priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of work.
• Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across the firm on sophisticated, high-impact matters.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with firm policies and professional obligations.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• California Bar admission required, as well as admission in the jurisdiction where the candidate resides, if outside California.
• At least 3 years of litigation experience, preferably gained at an AmLaw 100 firm or comparable law firm.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Proposition 65
• Consumer class action defense
• Consumer product regulatory counseling
• Complex commercial litigation
• Consumer litigation defense
• California state court litigation
• Federal clerkship experience

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000–$250,000, depending on experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Work Arrangement

This opportunity offers a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work, with the specific arrangement determined at the time of hire.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented litigator to join a nationally recognized practice and work alongside sophisticated attorneys on complex Proposition 65, consumer, product liability, and mass tort matters. xhyhwjd The role provides meaningful substantive work, exposure to high-profile clients and matters, and the opportunity to grow within a collaborative and highly regarded litigation practice.