Litigation Associate

Barnes and Thornburg LLP

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-4 years of litigation experience; 5 years may be considered
  • Experience in product liability, mass torts, or complex commercial litigation
  • Familiarity with Multidistrict Litigation (MDLs) and class actions is a plus
  • Strong experience in New Jersey state court; federal court familiarity preferred
  • Proven litigation experience across all phases including discovery and trial preparation
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Licensure in New Jersey; New York bar admission is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Assist in all phases of litigation from discovery to trial
  • Draft legal motions and prepare for hearings
  • Conduct depositions and manage trial preparations
  • Collaborate with team members on complex cases
  • Maintain strong communication with clients regarding case updates
  • Research and analyze legal issues pertinent to cases

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Access to a broad range of cases and litigation matters
  • Supportive team culture
  • Flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
The Morristown, NJ office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP seeks a Litigation Associate with at least three to four years of litigation experience to work on complex commercial and consumer products litigation matters. Candidates will ideally have experience in product liability and mass torts and/or in commercial litigation. Experience defending pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health or consumer facing products is preferred.

Job Requirements:
  • Three to four (may consider 5) years of litigation experience, specifically in product liability and torts and/or complex commercial litigation.
  • Experience with Multidistrict Litigation (MDLs) and class actions would be a plus
  • Strong New Jersey state court experience required; federal court experience preferred.
  • Experience in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial or trial preparation.
  • Will also consider federal or appellate court clerks.
  • Strong academic credentials.
  • Strong drive and ability to work independently but also work well within a large, collaborative team.
  • Admission to the NJ bar; admission to the NY bar a plus.


We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. Recruiters and agencies will not be compensated for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position, regardless of whether such party has a recruiting contract with us.

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