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Kershaw Talley Barlow · 2 days ago

Plaintiff Mass Torts Staff Attorney

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

Kershaw Talley Barlow is a nationally recognized plaintiff-side litigation firm based in Sacramento. They are seeking a motivated and experienced Staff Attorney to manage mass tort matters, focusing on client management in complex litigation without traditional litigation responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Evaluate the merits of potential mass tort and product liability cases

Manage an active litigation docket with cases at various stages of development

Conduct client intake and maintain consistent client communication

Draft plaintiff fact sheets, claim submissions, correspondence, and reports

Review, organize, and analyze medical records and other case documentation

Prepare detailed case evaluations, damages analyses, and settlement recommendations

Perform legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and discovery materials

Maintain docket calendars and ensure deadlines are met

Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, intake specialists, and staff

Manage and direct an assigned intake or support team, as applicable

Interface with clients, client representatives, and experts

Participate in firm-wide case strategy and team collaboration

Qualification

JD from accredited law schoolLitigation experienceMass torts experienceProduct liability experienceAnalytical skillsManage docketOrganizational skillsAttention to detailWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam-oriented mindsetWork independentlyComfortable under pressure

Required

JD from an accredited law school

At least one year of litigation experience, preferably in mass torts, product liability, warranty defense, insurance defense, or complex civil litigation

Strong analytical and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail

Ability to accurately assess legal risk and calculate damages and settlement options

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage a high-volume docket with minimal supervision

Team-oriented mindset combined with the ability to work independently

Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines

Willingness to travel periodically for case related support as needed