Product Liability And Mass Torts Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a skilled Product Liability And Mass Torts Associate Attorney to join a dynamic team. The successful candidate will be crucial in handling complex litigation matters, including individual, multidistrict, mass tort, and class action lawsuits for product manufacturers.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and trial preparation.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials as part of trial teams.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience in a reputable law firm or civil litigation boutique.
• Strong academic credentials with a J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to waive in.
• Experience with all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters independently and as part of a team.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to legal challenges.

Located on the Avenue of the Americas in midtown Manhattan, this firms attorneys handle huge transactions, complex litigation, and sensitive international matters. Their New York clients include more than 30 major financial institutions and a variety of Fortune 500 corporations. Attorneys here are given competitive salaries and do sophisticated work in a friendly, personable office environment. The firm is internally organized by practice teams to facilitate management and client service. Each attorney is a member of one of the firm's practice teams in order to focus on specific practice areas and industries. Cross-Team and cross-office participation is strongly encouraged and many employees draw freely on the firm's national resources, working closely with their colleagues in other office locations. Associates are given tremendous responsibility, but the firm always seeks to balance workload and the quality of life of its associates and partners. The firm also considers requests for flexible work hours and a number of associates have elected to work part-time. In addition to work, this firm makes time for pro bono work and community service.