Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Fargo, ND seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney to handle diverse litigation duties, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation.

The role offers leadership opportunities in coordinated proceedings and requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, plus experience with state and federal civil procedure and litigation technology.

Qualifications

• JD degree required.
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar required.
• Experience with complex litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute litigation strategy for mass tort matters.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery and ensure compliance with scheduling orders.
• Monitor MDL/coordinated proceedings and provide direction to team.
• Support settlement and trial preparation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Civil procedure knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Judgment and discretion

Independent work

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Litigation technology

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney in Fargo, ND. The role involves handling various litigation responsibilities, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation. The position offers opportunities for leadership roles in coordinated proceedings.

Duties

• Develop and execute litigation strategy for mass tort matters.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings and substantive motions.
• Ensure compliance with case management and scheduling orders.
• Monitor and implement developments in MDL/coordinated proceedings.
• Provide direction to paralegals and case managers on litigation tasks.
• Identify and develop liability and damages proof.
• Assess and recommend appropriate venue and jurisdiction for filing.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of state and federal civil procedure.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation technology/tools.

Skills

• EducationJD required.
• CertificationsAdmission to at least one U.S. state bar required.
• Experience with complex litigation preferred.
• Experience mentoring and supervising others preferred.
• Experience using CM/ECF, PACER, Westlaw, and Litify.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.