Mass Torts Litigation Entry Level Associate

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 210.000 - 240.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP seeks an entry-level associate for Fall 2027, based in Chicago, Boston, or Washington, DC, to join the Mass Torts group and handle multi-jurisdictional matters.

You will develop litigation skills including brief writing, discovery, and deposition prep while collaborating with cross-office teams in a busy, fast-paced environment. Excellent analytical and writing abilities are essential.

Competenze

• Juris Doctor or equivalent required for entry-level role.
• Strong writing and analytical abilities required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Mansioni

• Assist with brief writing, discovery management, and deposition preparation.
• Collaborate with cross-office teams on multi-jurisdictional matters.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Excellent writing

Team collaboration

Formazione

JD or equivalent

Strumenti

Litigation support software

Descrizione del lavoro

The Mass Torts group is seeking an entry-level associate (either Class of 2027 or a judicial clerk finishing their term) to be based in the Boston, Chicago, or Washington, DC offices to join in Fall 2027. As an associate, you will work collaboratively with cross-office teams on high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional matters involving multidistrict litigations, state coordinated actions, and complex product liability defense. This role offers hands‑on opportunities to develop advanced litigation skills, including brief writing, discovery management, expert and fact development, and deposition and trial preparation. Must possess excellent analytical and writing skills and be comfortable managing multiple workflows and working with clients and colleagues in a busy and fast-paced environment.

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