Senior Attorney - Litigation (Class Action)

DLA Piper; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a talented writer as a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions group. This position is a non-partnership track and is open to any US office, with a preference for New York metropolitan based candidates.

Responsibilities include drafting briefs, motions and memoranda; reviewing discovery responses; analyzing discovery to inform case strategy; preparing deposition outlines.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting litigation documents, such as motions, briefs and memoranda.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly with clients, colleagues, and third parties.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drafting briefs, motions and memoranda
• Reviewing and drafting discovery responses
• Analysis of discovery to inform case strategy and motion drafting
• Prepare deposition outlines

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Communication skills

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a talented writer as a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions group. This position is a non-partnership track and is open to any US office, with a preference for New York metropolitan based candidates.

Responsibilities

• Drafting briefs, motions and memoranda
• Reviewing and drafting discovery responses
• Analysis of discovery to inform case strategy and motion drafting
• Prepare deposition outlines

Minimum Education

• JD

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience
• Experience drafting litigation documents, such as motions to dismiss, written discovery and summary judgment motions

Bar Admission

• Admission in the bar for the jurisdiction in which you are applying

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
• Foster positive work relationships;
• Comply with all firm policies and practices;
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $235,000 - $400,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.