Associate - Litigation (Product Liability)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with strong legal writing skills in the area of pharmaceutical/medical device Daubert/Rule 702 motions practice to join its Litigation group in Reston, VA. This position is open to any of the firm's U.S. offices.

Duties

• Communicate with clients
• Supervise associates
• Work with experts
• Assist with fact development and depositions
• Review and draft discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda
• Help develop case strategy

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience
• Extensive experience writing briefs, including Rule 702 and Daubert issues
• Experience with products liability litigation
• Experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry is a plus

Education

• JD from a nationally recognized school

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of application
• New York bar admission encouraged

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good business judgment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual thinking
• Ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication
• Management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Strong project management skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.