Part-Time Contract Attorney: Toxic Tort Motion Practice

MG+M The Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

MG+M The Law Firm is seeking a Part-Time Contract Attorney to support the Toxic Tort Practice Group across California offices. The role will focus on substantive motion practice, drafting and reviewing MSJs and other dispositive motions in complex toxic tort litigation.

The attorney will work in collaboration with the firm's litigation team, handling sensitive briefs while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong litigation-based motion practice experience.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in California.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Prior toxic tort experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise Motions for Summary Judgment, oppositions, and related briefing.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural issues.
• Analyze case records, discovery, depositions, and expert materials in support of motion practice.
• Collaborate with attorneys on toxic tort matters.
• Assist with other litigation-related writing projects as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

California Bar admission

Job description

MG+M The Law Firm is seeking a Part-Time Contract Attorney to support the Toxic Tort Practice Group across California offices. The role will focus on substantive motion practice, drafting and reviewing MSJs and other dispositive motions in complex toxic tort litigation.

The attorney will work in collaboration with the firm's litigation team, handling sensitive briefs while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.