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K&L Gates

Paralegal - Mass Tort

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

The Mass Tort Paralegal assists lawyers and paralegals, performing a variety of information management functions and factual investigations. The individual holding this position must be a self ...

Chaffin Luhana LLP

Mass Tort Paralegal

$21 - $23/hr

The Mass Tort Paralegal will be responsible for managing and meeting deadlines for SOLs and other filings under the supervision of attorneys. Responsibilities: * Managing mass tort cases and client ...

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What is a Mass Tort job?

A Mass Tort job typically involves legal work related to large-scale civil cases where multiple plaintiffs file lawsuits against one or more defendants for harm caused by defective products, pharmaceuticals, or environmental disasters. Professionals in this field may work as attorneys, paralegals, or case managers, assisting with client intake, evidence gathering, legal research, and settlement negotiations. Mass Tort cases differ from class actions as each plaintiff has an individual claim, though they are often consolidated for efficiency. These roles require strong organizational skills and attention to detail due to the complexity and volume of cases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mass Tort position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Mass Tort attorney role, you need a deep understanding of litigation procedures, legal research, and case management, often requiring a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission. Familiarity with e-discovery tools, legal research platforms like LexisNexis or Westlaw, and case management software is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal communication, analytical thinking, and negotiation skills are important soft skills for handling multiple clients and complex cases. These competencies enable effective representation of clients in large-scale litigation and efficient management of high caseloads typical in mass tort practice.

What are the most common challenges faced in a mass tort attorney position?

Mass tort attorneys often manage a high volume of clients and cases simultaneously, which can be logistically complex and require strong organization and prioritization. They must coordinate with co-counsel, experts, and sometimes large teams to build and litigate cases effectively, often across multiple jurisdictions. Deadlines can be demanding, and staying current with evolving regulations and case law is critical. However, this fast-paced environment offers the opportunity to develop advanced litigation skills, collaborate with experienced professionals, and advocate for meaningful client outcomes in prominent, high-impact cases.

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Associate Attorney - Mass Tort

Associate Attorney - Mass Tort

The Gori Law Firm

Edwardsville, IL

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

The Gori Law Firm
Associate Attorney
Employee Job Description
Position Title: Associate Attorney—Mass Tort Team
Reports To: Mass Tort Supervising Attorney
Position: Full Time, In Office; Salary Exempt
Overall Descriptions of the Position:
An associate attorney on the Mass Tort Team at The Gori Law Firm represents individuals who have suffered injury from dangerous products and devices through offering legal advice, conducting discovery, appearing in court, and researching and drafting legal pleadings.
Position Requirements:
  • 1-3 years of attorney experience, personal injury experience preferred
  • Competent to Expert knowledge and demonstrated competency in the following:
    • Legal procedures and processes for case discovery, filing, motion practice, and case management
    • Legal research and writing
    • MS Office Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook
  • Self-motivated and well-organized
  • Ability to problem solve and strategize
  • Ability to learn client and document management system
  • Compassion for helping injured clients
  • Available and responsive to deadlines

Position Duties (including, but not limited to):
  • Learn filing and case management procedures for various Multidistrict Litigations
  • Research and prepare legal pleadings and memoranda
  • Assist with conducting, preparing, and reviewing discovery
  • Maintain client and defense counsel communication
  • Manage and oversee a large client volume through delegating and evaluating assignments to team paralegals and legal assistants
  • Appear in court as needed
  • Job duties must be regularly performed in the office at a desk
Education, Certificates and Licenses:
  • Licensed to practice Law in any state, Missouri and/or Illinois preferred
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment background check
Salary and Benefits
  • Benefits package include Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental and Orthodontia Insurance, Short-term disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), Continuing Education, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Free Gym Access
  • Salary range $65,000-$80,000/year

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