Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; 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 New Haven, CT. The attorney will manage multiple litigation tasks, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation.

Collaboration with paralegals and case managers is essential to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards. The role emphasizes strategy development for mass tort matters, rigorous attention to procedural rules, and proactive coordination to advance settlements and

Qualifications

• JD required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation matters.
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar required.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• 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 coordinated proceedings.
• Provide direction to paralegals and review work product.
• Identify and develop liability and damages proof.
• Assess and recommend appropriate venue and jurisdiction for filing.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Civil procedure knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Judgment and discretion

Independent work

Collaboration

MS Office

Litigation technology

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney in New Haven, CT. The attorney will manage various litigation responsibilities, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation. They will collaborate with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards.

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 coordinated proceedings.
• Provide direction to paralegals and review work product.
• 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.
• JD required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation matters.
• Substantial experience with complex litigation preferred.
• 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.