Mass Tort and Product Liability Midlevel Associate

About the role

K&L Gates is seeking a mid-level associate to join its nationally recognized Mass Tort and Product Liability practice in Pittsburgh, Newark, or Charleston. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, complex litigation matters as part of a collaborative, multi-office team.

Responsibilities

• Managing fact and expert discovery, including taking depositions;
• Drafting and arguing substantive motions;
• Developing and executing causation defenses, including working effectively with expert witnesses.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in mass tort and product liability litigation, including substantive experience defending asbestos claims;
• Experience with complex commercial disputes, multidistrict litigation, and/or class actions in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• Holds a J.D. from an accredited law school;
• Admitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Health Advocacy Services
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
• Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
• Addiction Resources
• Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bar Expense Reimbursement
• 529 Deductions
• Relocation
• Accident Insurance
• Balanced Hours Program
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
• Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
• Wellness Program
• All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

Pay

Base Compensation $215,000 - $290,000/year

Schedule

Full-time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.