Associate Attorney - Remote

Overview

This full-time Associate Attorney role manages a high volume of mass tort cases, collaborating with Partners and also working independently on assigned matters. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, and performing legal research for each case.

Responsibilities

• Handle plaintiff cases with an emphasis on mass tort.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for negotiations and proceedings.
• Conduct legal research; prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings; provide legal counsel.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently.
• Maintain client files in an organized manner so up-to-date information is available for other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Interview and depose witnesses and facilitate the discovery process.
• Stay current on legal developments, including completion of continuing legal education.
• Oversee a student law clerk’s daily tasks, at times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Active state bar membership in good standing.
• Must be eligible and willing to seek admission pro hac vice nationally.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Willingness to travel periodically.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years or more of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in general litigation will be considered depending on experience.
• Experience preparing cases for trial, including analyzing and determining proper exhibit lists, witness lists, motions in limine and trial brief is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with partners to best serve client needs and grow the client base.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and case management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year.
• Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan

Location

• 100% remote outside of periodic travel.

Job Type

• Full-time