Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; 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 Panama City, FL seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to manage litigation duties including drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial prep.

You will collaborate with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards, while mentoring junior staff and overseeing complex proceedings.

Qualifications

• JD degree required and bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
• Experience with complex litigation preferred.
• Experience mentoring and supervising others preferred.
• Familiarity with CM/ECF, PACER, Westlaw, and Litify.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and communication abilities.

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 MDL/coordinated proceedings developments.
• Provide direction to paralegals and case managers on tasks.
• Identify liability and damages proof.
• Assess venue and jurisdiction for filing.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

JD

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Microsoft Office

Job description

A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to join their team in Panama City, FL. 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.

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 collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation technology/tools.
• JD required.
• Admission 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.