Senior Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for long-term advancement

Potential for increased responsibility within the firm

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate for its New Orleans office. The ideal candidate will have over three years of litigation experience and will manage a high-volume docket of complex litigation cases, including personal injury and wrong death claims.

The role offers opportunities for long-term advancement within the firm and involves mentoring junior associates while participating in trial preparation and managing cases from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Over three years of litigation experience.
• Proven ability to handle complex litigation matters.
• Sound judgment in case management.
• Experience in mentoring and team development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution with minimal oversight.
• Take and defend depositions effectively.
• Contribute to team development and mentor junior associates.
• Engage in law and motion practice.
• Participate in trial preparation and proceedings.

Skills

Strong legal research and writing skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Proficiency in managing high-volume caseloads

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a senior litigation associate with over three years of experience to join its New Orleans, LA office. The role involves managing a sophisticated, high-volume docket of complex litigation cases, including general liability, personal injury, wrongful death, construction defect, premises liability, trucking and commercial transportation, class action, toxic tort, and maritime cases.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution with minimal oversight.
• Take and defend depositions effectively.
• Contribute to team development and mentor junior associates.
• Engage in law and motion practice.
• Participate in trial preparation and proceedings.

Requirements

• Over three years of litigation experience.
• Proven ability to handle complex litigation matters.
• Sound judgment in case management.
• Experience in mentoring and team development preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Louisiana.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in managing high-volume caseloads.

Benefits

• Opportunities for long-term advancement.
• Potential for increased responsibility within the firm.