Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to join its team in Plantation, FL. The attorney will manage a range of litigation duties including drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation, in collaboration with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards.

The role requires a JD and admission to a U.S. state bar, with experience in complex mass tort matters and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Litigation strategy

Drafting pleadings

Discovery management

Court procedure knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

Job Overview

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

Education

• JD required.

Certifications

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

Skills

• 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.