Of Counsel - Litigation (Product Liability)

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking an Of Counsel with strong legal writing skills particularly in the area of pharmaceutical/medical device Daubert / Rule 702 motions practice to join its Litigation group. This position is open to any of our U.S. offices.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and drafting discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda
• Communicating with clients
• Supervising associates
• Working with experts
• Assisting with fact development and depositions
• Helping develop case strategy

Requirements

• Must have a science background (MD, MPH, PharmD, Epidemiology) to be considered
• 8+ years of experience (preferably gained while practicing at an AmLaw 100 firm)
• Extensive experience writing briefs, including specifically Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Evidence and Daubert issues
• Experience with products liability litigation
• Experience with pharmaceutical and medical device industry a plus

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good business judgment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual thinking
• Ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication
• Management skills

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned

Physical Demands, Work Environment, And Other Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
• Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Application Process

All candidates must provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a writing sample not substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant. Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact LitigationTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $400,000 - $500,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntary and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.