Hybrid Class Action Litigation Associate

DLA Piper; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions practice. This position is open to any US office, with a preference for New York metropolitan based candidates.

Education includes a JD with admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction. The role requires minimum four years of relevant litigation experience, including class action defense, multi-matter docket management, and strong legal

Qualifications

• JD required; bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience, preferably at an AmLaw 100 firm.
• Experience with class action defense, including securities, data/privacy, or consumer litigation.
• Experience managing multi-matter dockets; federal clerkship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft well-written briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Manage complex cases from inception to resolution, including trials and settlements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with professionalism.
• Collaborate with lawyers and professionals to develop defense strategies.
• Attend hearings, depositions, trials and negotiations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and participate in ongoing development.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Strong persuasive writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Judgment and professional conduct

Education

JD

Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions practice. This position is open to any US office, with a preference for New York metropolitan based candidates.

Education includes a JD with admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction. The role requires minimum four years of relevant litigation experience, including class action defense, multi-matter docket management, and strong legal