Associate - Litigation Class Action

BCG Attorney Search; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is hiring an Associate for its Litigation group in Minneapolis, MN, focusing on class actions. The role welcomes candidates from across the US, with a preference for the New York metropolitan area.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting briefs and motions, managing multi-matter dockets, and maintaining strong client relationships while collaborating on strategy and participating in trials and negotiations.

Qualifications

• JD required with strong writing and analytical skills.
• 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.
• Federal clerkship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Draft 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 trials and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development and community involvement.

Skills

Legal writing

Litigation

Research

Client relations

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Associate for its Litigation group, focusing on Class Actions, in Minneapolis, MN. This role is open to candidates across the US, with a preference for those based in the New York metropolitan area.

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 with 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) retirement plan.