Mass Tort & Environmental Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level associate attorney to join a prestigious firm and their Mass Tort and Environmental team. This role involves handling complex, high-impact litigation, including large-scale tort claims, regulatory matters, and multi-party actions, in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. They must also be an analytical thinker and collaborative team member who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure litigation environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of mass tort and environmental litigation matters from inception through resolution

• Conduct legal research and factual investigation related to environmental exposure and liability issues.

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda

• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation

• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staff

• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel 

Applicant Requirements:

• 3-10 years of litigation experience in mass torts, environmental law, toxic torts, or complex civil litigation

• Active license and in good standing with the State Bar of California

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Experience managing discovery and motion practice

• Effective time-management and prioritization skills in a deadline-driven environment

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-based practice 

Compensation:

• Salary: $200,000 - $500,000 based on experience

• Bonus: Performance-based

• Referral Incentives

• Relocation Bonus 

Benefits:

• 401k

• Profit Sharing

• Health Insurance (80% employer paid premium)

• Dental Insurance (80% employer paid premium)

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Supplemental Insurance Plans through MetLife

• Paid Sick Leave