Associate Litigation Attorney

Overview At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. Summary We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join our powerhouse Mass Tort Litigation team. As a Litigation Associate Attorney you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before, during and after trials. Responsibilities Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memorandum E-file all court documents in state and federal court Communications with clients, court, counsel, and others Conduct legal research and factual investigation Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses Draft and server summons Coordinate and summarize depositions Prepare trial binders and exhibits Drafting pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing them with the court Performing administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics) Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests Gather relevant information from a variety of sources Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties Witness preparation Assisting with case settlements Other tasks as requested by the attorney Qualifications Associate and Juris Doctorate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred) 1+ years of litigation experience preferred Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas (preferred) Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment Experience with Mass Tort Plaintiff Actions is a plus Federal Judicial Clerkship is a plus #LI-SC1 Benefits and Work Environment Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form. Privacy Policy Here is a link to Morgan & Morgan's privacy policy. Apply for this job To apply, complete the online form with your details. This posting includes standard fields such as name, contact information, resume/CV, and legal authorization to work. Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process. Any information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. This complies with Equal Employment Opportunity policies and may include voluntary disclosure of veteran status, disability status, and other categories as permitted by law. Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete. #J-18808-Ljbffr