Associate - Litigation Class Action

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Houston, TX seeks an Associate for its Litigation group specializing in Class Actions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in class action defense and a commitment to excellence in legal practice.

Requirements include 4+ years of litigation experience, experience with class action defense (securities, data, privacy), and experience managing multi-matter dockets. Federal clerkship is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience, ideally at a major firm.
• Experience with class action defense, including securities, data, and privacy litigation.
• Experience managing multi-matter dockets.
• Federal clerkship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Draft briefs and motions with clear, persuasive writing.
• Manage complex cases from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies.
• Participate in trials and high-level negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development and community involvement.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Associate for its Litigation group, specializing in Class Actions, in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in class action defense and a commitment to excellence in legal practice.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Draft well-reasoned legal documents, including briefs and motions.
• Manage complex cases from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative case strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities such as trials and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development and community involvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience, preferably at an AmLaw 100 firm.
• Experience with class action defense, including securities, data, and privacy litigation.
• Experience managing multi-matter dockets.
• Previous federal clerkship is preferred.
• Strong persuasive legal writing skills.
• Experience in large-scale discovery.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of application.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and good professional judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and persuasive communication.

Benefits

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