Products Liability Litigation Attorney

Jobot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Products Liability Litigation Attorney in San Diego for a permanent, on-site role. You will handle a broad spectrum of product liability matters, including multidistrict litigation and multi-jurisdictional cases, while joining a nationally recognized practice.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of relevant experience, is admitted to CA, CO, WA, and NY bars, and demonstrates strong negotiation, research, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Be a member in good standing with the CA, CO, WA, and NY Bars.
• 2–5 years of experience in products liability litigation.
• Experience with multidistrict litigation, multi-jurisdictional cases, and coordinated state proceedings.
• Extensive experience in toxic tort cases, depositions, legal research, and class actions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Outstanding litigation skills, with the ability to manage large case loads and balance priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend or prosecute lawsuits.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence for lawsuits, ensuring all case-related information is correctly interpreted.
• Manage multidistrict and multi-jurisdictional litigation, coordinated state proceedings, and class actions.
• Handle a wide range of product liability cases, including toxic torts.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
• Guide and advise clients in taking appropriate legal action.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Litigation

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Job description

Products Liability Litigation Attorney

$235000 - $365000 per year | San Diego, CA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

You are a motivated attorney who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and is committed to delivering exceptional results. You'll join a nationally recognized practice known for tackling sophisticated legal challenges, fostering professional growth, and investing in the success of its attorneys.

This opportunity offers exposure to cutting-edge industries, including artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, consumer products, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, retail, cosmetics, and emerging technologies. You will work alongside experienced practitioners advising clients through every stage of the product life cycle, from product development and regulatory considerations to risk management and high-stakes litigation.

The ideal candidate is ambitious, intellectually curious, and excited by the opportunity to partner with innovative companies on complex, business-critical matters.

Why join us?

Professional Development & Career Growth

This opportunity offers a transparent and structured approach to attorney development, giving lawyers the tools, resources, and support needed to build a successful long-term career. Attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of their professional growth while benefiting from clear advancement pathways, meaningful mentorship, and ongoing career coaching.

Key highlights include:

• Clearly defined expectations and advancement criteria at every stage of practice, helping attorneys understand what success looks like and how to progress.
• Robust mentoring and sponsorship programs that connect attorneys with experienced practitioners, leadership, and peers across offices and practice areas.
• Dedicated professional development resources focused on career planning, leadership development, executive presence, business communication, networking, and long-term career strategy.
• Opportunities to collaborate on sophisticated matters for market-leading clients while building deep subject matter expertise within a nationally recognized practice.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options.
• Generous parental leave and family-building benefits, including adoption and fertility support.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans.
• Wellness resources, employee assistance programs, mental health support, and health advocacy services.
• Flexible paid time off and reduced-schedule arrangements where appropriate.
• Reimbursement of bar dues and select professional association memberships.
• Dedicated support for pro bono involvement and community engagement.
• Charitable and educational matching gift programs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking sophisticated work, strong mentorship, meaningful career development, and a collaborative culture that invests heavily in the long-term success of its lawyers.

Job Details

Our prestigious law firm is eagerly seeking a seasoned Products Liability Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic team. This is a permanent, full-time position that offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a broad spectrum of product liability cases, including multidistrict litigation, multi-jurisdictional cases, and coordinated state proceedings. The ideal candidate will be a member of the CA, CO, WA, and NY State Bars and have a proven track record in handling toxic tort cases, depositions, legal research, and class actions.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend or prosecute lawsuits.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence for lawsuits, ensuring all case-related information is correctly interpreted and understood.
• Manage multidistrict and multi-jurisdictional litigation, coordinated state proceedings, and class actions.
• Handle a wide range of product liability cases, including toxic torts.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
• Guide and advise clients in taking appropriate legal action.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the CA, CO, WA, and NY State Bars.
• 2-5 years of experience in products liability litigation.
• Proven experience with multidistrict litigation, multi-jurisdictional cases, and coordinated state proceedings.
• Extensive experience in toxic tort cases, depositions, legal research, and class actions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Outstanding litigation skills, with the ability to effectively manage large case loads and balance numerous priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.