Healthcare and ERISA Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled and motivated Senior Associate to join its dynamic litigation team specializing in consumer, healthcare, and ERISA class actions. This remote position requires a candidate with a passion for mission-driven work and at least five years of litigation experience. The role involves managing a caseload of complex class actions, including those related to emerging technologies, AI, and data privacy.

Duties

• Evaluate new cases and prepare case proposals.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Draft motions and briefs in file-ready form.
• Oversee the filing process for motions and briefs.
• Prepare and serve stipulations, discovery letters, and proposed orders.
• Correspond with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients.
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Prepare for and take or defend depositions.
• Attend mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Lead or participate in team and firm meetings.
• Adhere to all internal and court-mandated deadlines.
• Perform administrative duties related to legal practice.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of litigation experience.
• CA Bar Admission required; additional jurisdictions like NY or IL are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• CA bar exam if licensed in other states.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the California Bar.

Skills

• Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills.
• Proactive thinker and self-sufficient.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management abilities.
• Commitment to superior client service.
• Familiarity with e-filing preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with industry thought leaders.
• Engage in high-value, impactful cases.