Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Partnership Track Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Lateral/Experienced Associate to join their Casualty and Mass Tort Litigation Practice Group in Baton Rouge, LA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of general litigation experience and a strong background in depositions, motion writing, and discovery responses.

Duties

• Collaborate with partners on all phases of litigation, including investigations, case reporting, and trial preparation.
• Independently manage a caseload from inception to resolution.
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions.
• Lead client communications and provide meaningful updates.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of general litigation experience.
• Extensive experience in depositions, writing motions, and discovery.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong research, writing, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to interact directly with clients and develop relationships.
• Must be in good standing with the LA State Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Louisiana.

Skills

• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive health, life, disability, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development and mentorship programs.

With more than 100 lawyers, this law firm serves the needs of large and small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. It serves clients in numerous industries, such as energy, information technology, banking, financial services, telecommunications, transportation, trucking, media, advertising, insurance, gaming, government, education, healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, retail, construction, leasing, environmental regulation, commercial litigation, products liability, business transactions, intellectual property, chemical exposure litigation, toxic tort defense, medical malpractice, bankruptcy and reorganization, labor and employment, state and local tax, administrative matters, lobbying, estate planning, probate, and insurance coverage litigation. The firm's history is one of lasting alliances with its clients. Attorneys are known to diligently pursue results that allow their clients to outperform their competitors.