Associate - Litigation Class Action

BCG Attorney Search; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate to join its Litigation group in Wilmington, DE, focusing on class actions. The role is open to candidates across the US with a preference for those based in the New York metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate has a JD, at least four years of litigation experience, and strong writing and research skills, with experience in multi-matter dockets and large-scale discovery. Admittance to the bar in the applicable jurisdiction is required.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience at a top firm preferred.
• Experience with class-action defense and large-scale discovery.
• Ability to manage multi-matter dockets.
• Strong persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy.

Responsibilities

• 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 case strategies.
• Participate in court hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development and community involvement.

Skills

Litigation experience

Class actions

Legal research

Brief drafting

Client relations

Court hearings

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A law firm seeks an Associate to join its Litigation group, focusing on Class Actions, in Wilmington, DE. 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 case strategies.
• Participate in court hearings, depositions, and trials.
• 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.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.

Benefits

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