Senior Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for long-term growth

Increased responsibility within the,?

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a senior litigation associate for its New Orleans, LA office. The role requires three or more years of litigation experience and the ability to manage a sophisticated, high-volume docket across various complex matters, including personal injury and class actions.

The candidate should have strong research and writing skills, excellent communication, and the capacity to mentor junior associates while participating in trial preparation and law and motion practice.

Qualifications

• JD required.
• 3+ years of litigation experience.
• Mentoring and team development preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Louisiana bar license

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.