Barnes

Litigation Associate

New Jersey. Posted 4 months ago

The role

This person will work on complex commercial and consumer products litigation matters. The role involves all phases of litigation including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial or trial preparation.

What you will do

  • Work on complex commercial and consumer products litigation matters
  • Perform discovery
  • Conduct depositions
  • Draft motions
  • Attend hearings
  • Conduct trial or trial preparation

Required qualifications

  • Three to four (may consider 5) years of litigation experience, specifically in product liability and torts and/or complex commercial litigation
  • Strong New Jersey state court experience
  • Experience in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial or trial preparation
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Strong drive and ability to work independently but also work well within a large, collaborative team
  • Admission to the NJ bar

Nice to have

  • Experience defending pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health or consumer facing products
  • Experience with Multidistrict Litigation (MDLs) and class actions
  • Federal court experience
  • Admission to the NY bar

About the company

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm with 26 offices. The firm has an exceptional reputation for fostering an inclusive, collegial, and supportive atmosphere with a well-defined and transparent path for professional growth.