Litigation Partner

BCG Attorney Search; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Life, disability, and EAP coverage

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced Litigation Partner in Milwaukee, WI to lead high-stakes tort and complex litigation matters. The ideal candidate has over ten years of first-chair trial experience and a strong track record of developing and managing cases from investigation through verdict.

In a collaborative, supportive environment, you will mentor associates and collaborate across groups, travel as needed, and provide strategic counsel to clients while meeting billable targets.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing in Wisconsin or Illinois state and federal courts.
• Minimum of ten years of tort and complex litigation experience, including proven first-chair trial work.
• Strong legal writing, organization, and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as first-chair trial counsel in complex litigation matters.
• Lead strategy, case management, and litigation from investigation through resolution.
• Work extensively with expert witnesses in preparing cases for trial.
• Handle depositions, motion practice, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Supervise and mentor associate attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on multi-disciplinary matters.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, depositions, and trials.
• Provide proactive and strategic legal counsel to clients.

Skills

First-chair trial experience

Legal writing

Client-focused communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Partner in Milwaukee, WI. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in tort and complex litigation, with a strong track record as a first-chair trial attorney. This role offers the opportunity to lead a growing practice within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Duties

• Act as first-chair trial counsel in complex litigation matters.
• Lead strategy, case management, and litigation from investigation through resolution.
• Work extensively with expert witnesses in preparing cases for trial.
• Handle depositions, motion practice, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Supervise and mentor associate attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on multi-disciplinary matters.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, depositions, and trials.
• Provide proactive and strategic legal counsel to clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing in Wisconsin or Illinois state and federal courts.
• Minimum of ten years of tort and complex litigation experience, including proven first-chair trial work.
• Extensive experience working with experts in litigation.
• Strong legal writing, organization, and case management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed billable hours and revenue expectations.
• Portable book of business is a plus but not required.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed and in good standing in Wisconsin or Illinois state and federal courts.

Skills

• Strong legal writing, organization, and case management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work accurately and efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Life, disability, and EAP coverage.
• Optional additional insurance benefits available.
• Generous PTO and hybrid work flexibility.
• Professional development and training opportunities.