Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; 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 is seeking a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney in Chattanooga, TN to manage diverse litigation responsibilities, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation. The role partners with paralegals and case managers to ensure court orders and firm standards are met. High performers may advance to leadership in coordinated proceedings.

The position supports collaboration across firm offices nationwide and requires JD with a U.S. bar admission.

Qualifications

• JD required and admission to a U.S. state bar.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential.
• Experience with complex litigation and potential mentoring is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle independent tasks.
• Proficiency with common litigation software and tools.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Written & Verbal Communication

Civil Procedure Knowledge

Fast-paced Environment

Judgment & Discretion

Independent & Collaborative

Microsoft Office & Lit Tech

Complex Litigation Experience

Mentoring & Supervising

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Microsoft Office

Litigation Technology

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney in Chattanooga, TN. The attorney will manage various litigation responsibilities, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation. This role involves collaboration with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards. High-performing attorneys may be considered for leadership roles in coordinated proceedings. This position is available in any of the firm's offices across the United States.

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 strategic filing decisions and settlement 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.
• Experience with complex litigation preferred.
• Experience mentoring and supervising others preferred.
• Experience using CM/ECF, PACER, Westlaw, and Litify.
• Education: JD required.
• Certifications: Admission to at least one U.S. state bar required.

Benefits

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