Mass Tort Associate Attorney

Levin Papantonio•Pensacola, FL

1d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Are you looking for a job? We're looking for a Mass Tort Associate Attorney. We are looking for a self-motivated individual to play a critical role in the management of our various mass tort cases. The individual needs to be able to thrive in a fast-paced working environment and have a willingness to go above and beyond to satisfy the needs of our clients. This job will cover all aspects of mass tort litigation, from inception to trial and settlement. You will have a chance to learn under some of the best legal minds in the field, and gain expertise in mass torts litigation. Get to know us: Founded in 1955, Levin Papantonio Proctor Buchanan O’Brien Barr & Mougey, P.A . is one of the nation’s preeminent mass tort law firms, successfully representing more than 100,000 clients in all types of mass tort claims: including cases involving prescription drugs, medical devices, and defective products. The firm has received more than 150 jury verdicts of one million dollars or more and has received settlements and verdicts exceeding $30 billion. Levin Papantonio attorneys have been appointed to more than sixty-five Plaintiffs’ Steering Committees in Multi-District Litigation and have received numerous honors and awards from its professional peers, including Best Law Firms - U.S. News & World Report; Best Lawyers in America; Inner Circle of Advocates; National Law Journal - America’s Elite Trial Lawyers; National Law Journal - MDL Leadership Award; and National Trial Lawyers - Hall of Fame . Our accomplishments have also been featured on CNN, Fox, ABC, CBS & NBC. Additionally, our lawyers have appeared in The Wall Street Journal , The New York Times , Forbes , Time , and US magazine .

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school or be in the process of obtaining one immediately upon employment
Admission to the Florida Bar or eligibility to sit for the bar exam as soon as possible
Ranked in the top 25% of law school class
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong passion for Mass Torts litigation

Nice To Haves

Ranked in the top 10% of law school class
Participation in mock trial, moot court and/or law review
Judicial clerkship or litigation internship experience

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research on mass tort issues, including case law and applicable statutes
Draft and file pleadings including, motions, complaints and other documents in an accurate and timely manner
Assist with the management of multiple mass tort cases, including tracking deadlines, filing documents, and coordinating with clients and experts
Develop case strategy and assist in building compelling case narratives
Handle client communications and build good rapport with our clients
Assist with the litigation process, including preparation for depositions, hearings, and aiding with trial preparation
Coordinating with our expert team of paralegals, litigation assistants and attorneys