Litigation Data Analyst - Mass Tort & Product Liability

Husch Blackwell; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 102,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Arizona is seeking a Litigation Data Analyst to leverage data analytics for strategic insights in litigation. The role involves analyzing case outcomes, managing litigation portfolios, and collaborating with diverse teams. Candidates should have an advanced degree, a strong background in data analysis and statistical modeling, and be versed in tools like Excel and SQL. Opportunities for remote work are available.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement plan participation

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3+ years in litigation support or data analysis.
• Comfortable with large datasets and developing standards.
• Experience with legal technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical verdict data and develop predictive models.
• Design automated dashboards tracking key litigation metrics.
• Collaborate with teams to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Client-service mindset

Education

Advanced degree in statistics, economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

R

Python

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Litigation Data Analyst – Mass Tort & Product Liability position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.

The Litigation Data Analyst – Mass Tort & Product Liability serves as a strategic insights partner to our premier mass tort and product liability practice. This position will leverage data analytics to guide litigation strategy, predict case outcomes, and optimize financial performance across complex multi-plaintiff litigation portfolios.

Essential functions include :

Case Analytics & Outcome Prediction

• Analyze historical verdict data, settlement patterns, and case characteristics to develop predictive models for case valuation and outcome probability
• Build comprehensive databases of comparable verdicts, settlements, and judicial decisions to support case strategy and client counseling
• Develop statistical models to assess likelihood of settlement versus trial outcomes based on case factors, jurisdiction, and opposing counsel profiles
• Create financial modeling frameworks to project settlement ranges, trial outcomes, and expected case values across different scenarios

Portfolio Management & Strategic Insights

Monitor and analyze mass tort inventory performance, identifying trends in case development, settlement velocity, and financial outcomes

Collaborate with litigation teams to understand case development challenges and translate them into analytical problems

Structure complex litigation problems into clear analytical tasks, supporting strategic decision-making on case selection, resource allocation, and settlement timing

Prioritize analyses based on case value, urgency, and strategic importance to the practice

Reporting & Visualization

Design and build automated dashboards tracking key litigation metrics including case inventory, settlement rates, average case values, and practice profitability

Create executive-level reports on practice performance, including revenue forecasts, cost analysis, and profit margins by case type and jurisdiction

Streamline existing case reporting processes to ensure timely and accurate delivery of key performance indicators

Present findings and recommendations in clear, concise manner tailored to different audiences (partners, associates, clients, experts)

Data Management & Process Optimization

Clean, manipulate, and analyze large litigation datasets to extract trends, patterns, and actionable insights

Use statistical and data modeling techniques to support litigation strategy and business development decisions

Connect analytical findings to litigation strategy, financial outcomes, and client impact

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and finance teams to gather requirements and align on analytical objectives

Collaborate with business development team to identify market opportunities and practice growth strategies

Share knowledge and best practices with litigation teams to elevate analytical capabilities across the practice

Position Requirements

Advanced degree in statistics, economics, or related quantitative field or commensurate professional and educational experience.

3+ years in litigation support, data analysis, consulting, or strategic operations role, preferably in a legal services environment

Background in financial analysis, actuarial science, or quantitative fields highly valued

Advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, and statistical analysis tools (R, Python, SAS preferred)

Hands-on experience with legal technology platforms (Relativity, Lexis, Westlaw) and case management systems

Proficiency with Power BI or equivalent data visualization tools

Experience with statistical modeling, regression analysis, and predictive analytics

Proven ability to scope and lead complex analytical projects with limited direction

Experience analyzing financial performance metrics, P&L statements, and profitability drivers

Fluent in translating complex data into clear implications and actionable recommendations for legal strategy

Comfortable working with large, complex datasets and developing data quality standards

Experience working directly with attorneys and senior stakeholders

Operates with a client-service mindset—responsive, proactive, and trusted advisor

Comfortable working at both strategic and tactical levels within litigation framework

Thrives in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments with shifting priorities

Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure

Eager to contribute beyond assigned tasks and play key role in practice growth and innovation

Understanding of attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine as applied to litigation analytics

Preferred Qualifications

JD is preferred

Experience with mass tort, class action, or complex litigation preferred

Experience with insurance coverage analysis and actuarial modeling

Knowledge of federal and state court systems and civil procedure

Understanding of damages calculations and economic loss analysis

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and / or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows :

State of California : $111,000 - $211,000

State of Colorado : $102,000 - $182,000

State of Illinois : $100,000 - $194,000

State of Massachusetts : $111,000 - $211,000

State of Maryland : $107,000 - $163,000

State of Minnesota : $111,000 - $183,000

Jersey City, NJ : $120,000 - $218,000

State of New York : $103,000 - $223,000

State of Vermont : $109,000 - $210,000

State of Washington : $107,000 - $204,000

Washington, $143,000 - $210,000

The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including : medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.