Staff Attorney - Product Liability

Armstrong Teasdale LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen in der Rechtsbranche sucht einen Staff Attorney mit umfassender Erfahrung in der Produktverantwortung. Diese spannende Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten und von erfahrenen Praktikern zu lernen. Sie werden an hochvolumigen Fällen arbeiten, insbesondere im Bereich Asbest und Pharmazeutika, und eng mit Klienten sowie gegnerischen Anwälten zusammenarbeiten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für das Recht haben und in einem unterstützenden Team arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• 5+ Jahre Erfahrung in der Produktverantwortung und der Bearbeitung von Klagen.
• Starke schriftliche und mündliche Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.

Responsibilities

• Leitung und strategische Betreuung mehrerer rechtlicher Angelegenheiten.
• Erstellung von Klageschriften und Verhandlungen mit Klienten.

Skills

Produktverantwortung

Rechtsanalyse

Verhandlungsführung

Kundenkommunikation

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Staff Attorney - Product Liability - New York City

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking aStaff Attorneywith product liability litigation expertise to join its ourNew York office. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working on high-volume product liability matters, preferably asbestos and/or pharmaceutical related, including experience taking depositions, drafting pleadings and motions, and working directly with clients and opposing counsel.

Staff Attorneys have an exciting opportunity to learn from and work closely with energetic, high experienced practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment.

Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Simultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusion
• Possess strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients
• Demonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and show a strong interest in advancing a career in Litigation
• Produces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client services
• Complies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal profession

Competencies:

• Decision Making – identifies issues and provides suggestions to day-to-day problems; prioritizes and effectively completes daily tasks.
• Communication - strong, professional written and oral communication to both internal and external clients
• Leadership – finds solutions to problems and is motivated to anticipate future business needs
• Continuous Learning - actively embraces learning new skills and mastering new technology and sharing with others
• Teamwork – works as diligent member of client teams and begins to lead teams in matters
• Alignment to Values - Influences the awareness and adoption of the Firm's values on a larger scale; influences the awareness and adoption of diversity and inclusion; demonstrates respect by providing solutions and support

Required Education:Juris Doctor

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:Licensed to practice law in good standing in the state of New York; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirements

Preferred Experience:5+ years’ experience as a licensed attorney working on high volume matters, ideally related to asbestos and pharmaceutical litigation. Candidates must have strong attention to detail, excellent written and oral advocacy skills, and be comfortable working directly with clients and opposing counsel. Prior experience working at a law firm is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:Indirect - actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfaction

Physical Activity:The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computer

Travel Required:Less than 10%

Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EEO Statement:Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.

Salary Range:Ranges are fluid depending on experience, areas of expertise, licenses, etc.

New York Range: $130-225k/yr.

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