Direct Counsel
Products Liability Litigation Attorney
Direct Counsel, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Job Description
Job Description
Locations: New York, NY | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Baltimore, MD | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX | Los Angeles, CA | Miami, FL | Palo Alto, CA | Philadelphia, PA | Phoenix, AZ | Reston, VA | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | Short Hills, NJ | Washington, DC | Wilmington, DE
Mid-Level Litigation Associate – Products Liability Hybrid | Multiple U.S. Locations Direct Counsel is seeking a
mid-level litigation associate
to join a
national Am Law 100 firm
with a strong reputation in pharmaceutical and medical device product liability litigation. This position offers a hybrid work environment and is open in any of the firm’s U.S. offices listed above. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with clients and expert witnesses
Supervise junior associates
Conduct factual development and deposition prep
Draft and review discovery responses, briefs, and motions
Contribute to strategy development on complex litigation matters
Ideal Candidate Profile: JD from a top-tier law school
Minimum 3 years of litigation experience, ideally at an Am Law 100 firm
Bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying (New York bar preferred)
Significant experience drafting Rule 702/Daubert briefs
Background in product liability litigation; pharma/medical device experience a plus
Core Competencies: Exceptional legal writing and analytical skills
Strong project management and organizational ability
Excellent judgment, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
Compensation: Base salary range:
$250,000 – $370,000, depending on experience and market
Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and 401(k)
Job Description
Locations: New York, NY | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Baltimore, MD | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX | Los Angeles, CA | Miami, FL | Palo Alto, CA | Philadelphia, PA | Phoenix, AZ | Reston, VA | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | Short Hills, NJ | Washington, DC | Wilmington, DE
Mid-Level Litigation Associate – Products Liability Hybrid | Multiple U.S. Locations Direct Counsel is seeking a
mid-level litigation associate
to join a
national Am Law 100 firm
with a strong reputation in pharmaceutical and medical device product liability litigation. This position offers a hybrid work environment and is open in any of the firm’s U.S. offices listed above. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with clients and expert witnesses
Supervise junior associates
Conduct factual development and deposition prep
Draft and review discovery responses, briefs, and motions
Contribute to strategy development on complex litigation matters
Ideal Candidate Profile: JD from a top-tier law school
Minimum 3 years of litigation experience, ideally at an Am Law 100 firm
Bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying (New York bar preferred)
Significant experience drafting Rule 702/Daubert briefs
Background in product liability litigation; pharma/medical device experience a plus
Core Competencies: Exceptional legal writing and analytical skills
Strong project management and organizational ability
Excellent judgment, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
Compensation: Base salary range:
$250,000 – $370,000, depending on experience and market
Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and 401(k)