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Barnes & ThornburgPosted 1 month ago

Litigation Associate

$245,000–$320,000 year

On-siteMorristown, Tennessee, United States or Morristown, New Jersey, United States

Full TimeEntry LevelLarge

Job Summary

Manage complex commercial and consumer products litigation matters, with a focus on product liability, mass torts, and commercial litigation. Lead work across all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial preparation. Prioritize strong New Jersey state court experience, with federal court experience preferred, while handling Multidistrict Litigation and class actions. Requires three to four years of litigation experience, admission to the NJ bar, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team. The firm offers a transparent path for professional growth in an inclusive environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Three to four years of litigation experience
  • Experience in product liability and torts
  • Experience in 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
  • Admission to the NJ bar

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Multidistrict Litigation (MDLs) and class actions
  • Experience defending pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or consumer health or consumer facing products
  • Federal court experience
  • Experience in appellate court
  • Experience as a federal or appellate court clerk
  • Admission to the NY bar
  • Ability to work independently but also work well within a large, collaborative team

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