Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to manage litigation duties, draft pleadings, handle discovery, and support trial preparation. The role emphasizes collaboration with paralegals and case managers to ensure compliance with court orders and firm standards.

You will develop and execute litigation strategy for mass tort matters, supervise junior staff, and help identify liability and damages proof while coordinating venue and jurisdiction considerations

Qualifications

• JD required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation matters.
• Substantial experience with complex 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 proof.
• Assess and recommend appropriate venue and jurisdiction for filing.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Civil procedure knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Judgment and discretion

Education

J.D. required

2+ years litigation experience

Tools

CM/ECF

PACER

Westlaw

Litify

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to join their team in Saint Louis, MO. 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.
• 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.