Mid-Level Class Actions and Mass Torts Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Litigation & Disputes Practice Group in New York City, NY, focusing on class actions and mass torts. This role offers the opportunity to work with leading litigators on complex, high-exposure matters.

Duties

• Participate in the defense of complex class action and mass tort matters in state and federal courts.
• Manage and support all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions and manage class certification briefing and strategy.
• Prepare for trials and provide trial support.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Interface directly with clients and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Federal circuit court clerkship and/or Assistant U.S. Attorney experience preferred.
• 4-7 years of complex litigation experience within a big law firm setting.
• Experience with fact and expert witness depositions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting trial teams in state or federal jury trials.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and assume a high degree of responsibility.
• Client-service mindset with effective client engagement management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference (or ability to become admitted promptly).

Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans including paid parental leave, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The New York office entered the legal market twenty-seven years ago. The legal practice merged with a Manhattan-based firm ten years ago making the New York office the firm's second largest practice. One-hundred and thirty-five attorneys are employed at the New York office. Practice areas are varied. There are ten practice disciplines such as corporate transactions-securities, litigation, real estate transactions-financings, banking, business, and finance. Attorneys are committed to pro-bono work throughout the year. Besides, they have received top honors from prominent industry publications.