Mass Tort Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a Mass Tort Litigation Attorney to join its complex litigation practice in Chicago, Illinois. The attorney will manage a broad range of responsibilities involving mass tort and coordinated litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, case development, client and witness preparation, and trial support. The role involves handling high-volume litigation across multiple jurisdictions while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, experts, and other litigation professionals. High-performing attorneys may have opportunities to pursue leadership roles in multidistrict or other coordinated proceedings.

Duties:

• Develop and implement litigation strategies for assigned mass tort matters in collaboration with lead and case management counsel.
• Analyze case themes, potential defenses, liability issues, damages, and case valuation considerations.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, amended pleadings, and substantive motions.
• Handle motions involving dismissal, jurisdiction, remand, discovery disputes, protective orders, and dispositive issues as appropriate.
• Manage discovery and ensure compliance with applicable court orders, scheduling requirements, local rules, and case management orders.
• Monitor developments in multidistrict litigation and other coordinated proceedings and translate court directives into case-specific action items.
• Address requirements involving bellwether cases, discovery directives, plaintiff fact sheets, and related coordinated litigation procedures.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
• Assist with deposition, hearing, and trial preparation.
• Direct and coordinate litigation assignments handled by paralegals and case managers.
• Review litigation support work for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with deadlines.
• Develop evidence supporting liability and damages claims, including reviewing medical records, preparing summaries, developing causation timelines, and coordinating supporting documentation.
• Evaluate appropriate venues and jurisdictions based on applicable statutes, client residency, injury or exposure locations, defendant contacts, and procedural requirements.
• Assist with strategic filing decisions involving federal, state, multidistrict, and coordinated proceedings.
• Support settlement and resolution efforts by preparing case summaries, settlement materials, and related documentation.
• Communicate with clients regarding settlement terms, case developments, and next steps.
• Maintain control of pre-filing and post-filing deadlines across assigned matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting litigation matters in a law firm or comparable legal environment.
• Significant complex litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of state and federal civil procedure.
• Experience with pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Ability to manage high-volume litigation involving multiple matters, jurisdictions, and competing deadlines.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or delegating work to other legal professionals is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and litigation support professionals.
• Experience using CM/ECF, PACER, Westlaw, and Litify.
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to at least one U.S. state bar.

Skills:

• Strong litigation strategy and case management abilities.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state litigation procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and deadline management capabilities.
• Ability to manage a substantial volume of litigation matters efficiently.
• Strong professional judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Effective collaboration, delegation, and team management skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and adapt to changing litigation demands.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with electronic filing, legal research, case management, and litigation technology platforms.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility in complex litigation matters.
• Potential opportunities for leadership roles in coordinated litigation proceedings.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306