Barnes & Thornburg LLP · 1 day ago
Litigation Staff Attorney
Los Angeles
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yr
2+ years expBarnes & Thornburg LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm recognized for its product liability and mass tort litigation. They are seeking an experienced Staff Attorney to support their litigation practice in California state and federal courts, focusing on defending cases involving consumer health products and other consumer goods.
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Responsibilities
Assist litigation teams with all aspects of litigation in California state and federal courts, including motion practice, discovery, depositions and document review
Prepare initial drafts of motions and pleadings, and assemble supporting documentation
Conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, and assist with trial preparation
Draft, review, and respond to discovery related documents such as requests for production, answers, demurrers, motions to strike, etc
Independently prepare for and take the lead on plaintiff and other fact witness depositions (typically via Zoom)
Assist with document review in Relativity and other review platforms; conduct responsiveness and privilege analysis, create and run searches and analytical queries, manage coding and assist with production
Prepare fact summaries, case chronologies, and case analyses to support motions, hearings, and trial strategy
Collaborate with supervising attorneys and colleagues to support litigation strategy and case management
Qualification
Required
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and admission in good-standing with the Bar of California is required
Minimum 2+ years of litigation experience in both California state and federal courts
Experience taking plaintiff and other fact witness depositions
Experience handling written discovery, pleadings and motions and conducting legal research
Effective communicator with excellent project management skills and attention to detail
A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and innovation
Strong organizational skills, analytical ability, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with product liability and mass tort litigation preferred, but candidates with personal injury, medical malpractice, or commercial litigation experience will also be considered
Company
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
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