Staff Attorney

About the role

Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our Mass Tort and Product Liability practice in our growing St. Louis office. This position offers a hybrid schedule and an opportunity to work alongside an award-winning trial team on complex, high-stakes litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and motion practice
• Manage and coordinate large-scale discovery projects
• Review and analyze case documents, medical records, and expert materials
• Assist with Plaintiff fact and expert witness depositions
• Assist with deposition preparation and summary analysis
• Support all phases of litigation, including fact development, discovery, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and litigation support teams on complex matters
• Aid in case management and client reporting

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• 3+ years of litigation experience required
• Experience in mass tort, product liability, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other complex defense litigation preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting motions and managing discovery
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Admitted to practice in Missouri and Illinois