Litigation Associate

New Jersey Women Lawyers Association; New Jersey; On-site; USD 210,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate in New Jersey with 2-4 years of complex litigation experience, ideally in product liability. The candidate should have strong state court experience, and interest in mass tort work. Responsibilities include all phases of litigation. Salary range is $210,000 to $265,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of complex litigation experience, ideally in product liability or mass torts.
• Experience in all phases of litigation including discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Interest in product liability and mass tort work.

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Product liability knowledge

Strong New Jersey state court experience

Independent work and collaboration

Education

Strong academic credentials

Admission to the NJ bar

Job description

The Morristown, NJ office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP seeks a Litigation Associate with at two to four years of complex litigation experience, ideally in product liability and mass torts, with an emphasis on defending pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health or consumer‑facing products.

Job Requirements:

• Two to four (may consider 5) years of complex litigation experience.
• Experience in product liability and torts, preferably involving pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health/consumer‑facing products.
• Will consider commercial litigation Associates without product liability or mass tort experience that have the criteria below.
• Strong New Jersey state court experience required; federal court experience preferred.
• Experience in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial or trial preparation.
• Will also consider federal or appellate court clerks.
• Interest in product liability and mass tort work which will constitute a large portion of the candidate’s practice. Candidate will also assist on commercial litigation matters.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Strong drive and ability to work independently but also work well within a large, collaborative team.
• Admission to the NJ bar; admission to the NY bar a plus.

The base salary range for this position in New Jersey is $210,000 to $265,000 (commensurate with experience).