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Products Liability, Mass Torts, and Consumer Class Action Attorney
Location:
Newark, NJ
Description:
Practice Area: Litigation - Class Actions - Defense,Litigation - Mass Torts - Defense,Product Liability Defense, Job Type: Attorney, Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 3 Years, A law firm in Newark, NJ is seeking a talented and experienced Products Liability, Mass Torts, and Consumer Class Action Attorney with 3-6 years of law firm experience. The attorney will handle high-stakes pharmaceutical, medical device, and other complex product liability cases, as well as consumer class actions. The ideal candidate should possess excellent organizational skills, a detail-oriented approach, and a strong ability to manage large-scale litigation involving extensive document analysis.Key Responsibilities:Represent clients in pharmaceutical, medical device, and other complex product liability and mass tort cases.Manage and participate in consumer class action litigation, including case development, discovery, and trial preparation.Draft and file pleadings, motions, and briefs in state and federal courts.Attend and participate in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.Conduct depositions, including expert witnesses, and defend depositions on behalf of clients.Manage large-scale document collections, including e-discovery, to analyze complex case materials.Develop and execute case strategy in collaboration with senior attorneys.Work closely with clients to provide legal advice, updates on case status, and guidance on potential case outcomes.Assist with settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes when necessary.Stay up-to-date on relevant legal precedents and changes in products liability, mass torts, and consumer class action law.Requirements:Experience:3-6 years of law firm experience in products liability, mass torts, and/or consumer class action litigation.Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or other complex product liability litigation is strongly preferred.Demonstrated experience attending court hearings, handling depositions, and analyzing large-scale document collections.Education:Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.Superior academic record is required.Licensure and Certifications:Active member of the New Jersey State Bar (NJ Bar admission required).Skills and Qualifications:Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.Exceptional organizational abilities with strong attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple complex cases, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.Proficiency in handling depositions, expert witness preparation, and courtroom presentations.Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities for case development and resolution.Experience with document management and e-discovery tools is preferred.Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.Benefits:Competitive salary and an annual discretionary bonus.401(k) plan with firm contributions.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.Paid personal medical and parental leave.Paid holidays and family care benefits to support a healthy work-life balance. This firm has given a lot of thought to the interplay between the New York and the New Jersey legal markets. Although one of the oldest and largest in New Jersey, this firm wants to capture the Manhattan type work at Manhattan type billing rates. Although they are not quite there yet, this firm has developed a structure that enables it to base the bulk of its personnel and resources in New Jersey, and have a small New York space from which to handle the 'big city' work. An interesting plan, to be sure. Associates here rave about the reasonable hours and the immediate responsibility, many of whom deal directly with clients and handle entire cases. This is one of the few New Jersey firms where you will see the reverse commute--attorneys leaving Manhattan to take advantage of pleasant work environment and excellent training ground.
Education/experience:
2 To 5 Years
Company:
BCG Attorney Search
Posted:
September 5 on BCG Attorney Search
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