Litigation Associate

Barnes & Thornburg LLP; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in the US is seeking a Litigation Associate for its Philadelphia office. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of complex litigation experience, particularly in product liability and torts. Strong experience in Pennsylvania state court and all phases of litigation is required. The firm emphasizes a collaborative environment, fostering professional growth and inclusivity. This role is geared towards motivated individuals eager to take responsibility for client matters and be part of an active trial practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of complex litigation experience required.
• Strong experience in Pennsylvania State Court necessary.
• Eligible for PA bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation including discovery and trial preparation.
• Conduct depositions and draft motions.
• Work collaboratively with a large trial team.

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Product liability knowledge

Strong writing skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Trial preparation

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Litigation Associate

Location: Philadelphia, PA

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

Job Requirements:

• At least two years of complex litigation experience.
• Experience in product liability and torts, preferably involving pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health/consumer-facing products.
• Strong Pennsylvania state court experience required.
• Experience in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial or trial preparation.
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Motivated to be part of an active trial practice and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to take responsibility for client matters independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a large, collaborative team.
• Admission to the PA bar or eligibility to waive in required.

About the Firm:

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm with 23 offices. The firm has an exceptional reputation for fostering an inclusive, collegial, and supportive atmosphere with a well-defined and transparent path for professional growth.

We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. Recruiters and agencies will not be compensated for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position, regardless of whether such party has a recruiting contract with us.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.