Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; 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 represents a law firm in Hamden, CT seeking a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to manage pleadings, discovery, and trial prep.

You will collaborate with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards, and potentially assume leadership roles in coordinated proceedings as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• JD required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation matters.
• Substantial experience with complex litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for mass tort cases.
• 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 venues and jurisdictions for filing.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Civil procedure knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Judgment and discretion

Independent and collaborative work

MS Office

Education

JD degree

2+ years litigation experience

Experience with complex litigation preferred

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney in Hamden, CT. The attorney will manage various litigation tasks, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and preparing for trials. They will collaborate 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.

Duties

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for mass tort cases.
• 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 venues and jurisdictions 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 collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation technology/tools.

Education

• JD required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation matters.
• Substantial experience with complex litigation preferred.

Certifications

• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar required.

Skills

• 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.