Consumer Product Litigation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced associate to join its Consumer Law, Finance & Class Action Practice Group in Madison, WI. The role involves handling sophisticated consumer product safety, regulatory enforcement, and litigation matters, with a particular focus on U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) proceedings. The position offers the opportunity to work on a national platform, advising clients on complex regulatory and litigation issues while developing a sophisticated practice spanning counseling, enforcement, and trial.

Duties

• Advise and represent manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers on consumer product safety, regulatory compliance, and enforcement issues.


• Manage CPSC investigations, product recalls, remediation strategies, and regulatory reporting obligations.


• Handle complex consumer-related litigation, including product liability and class action matters.


• Research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents; manage written and document discovery.


• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials, serving as a persuasive oral advocate.


 

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in consumer product safety, consumer protection, regulatory enforcement, or complex litigation.


• Experience gained in private practice, government service, or a combination of both is acceptable.


• Proven ability to handle significant aspects of litigation or enforcement matters from inception through trial.


• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with sound judgment and attention to detail.


• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a collaborative, client-focused environment.


 

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.


 

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the Bar of the jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice.


• Timely admission to the Bar of the jurisdiction in which the hiring office is located is required as a condition of employment.


 

Skills

• Experience with the CPSC, the Consumer Product Safety Act, or other federal or state consumer protection laws is strongly preferred.


• Experience advising on government investigations, regulatory compliance, and remediation strategies is valued.


• Persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills.


 

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• 401(k) Retirement


• Disability and Life insurance


• Adoption Assistance


• Backup Care for Dependents


 

Company info

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