Class Action Defense Associate Attorney

About the company:

Leading international law firm celebrated for its cutting-edge legal expertise and expansive footprint across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The firm is highly respected for advising top-tier clients in technology, life sciences, finance, and consumer goods, frequently managing sophisticated cross-border deals and high-profile litigation. Known not only for its legal acumen but also for fostering a collaborative and welcoming workplace culture.

Requirements:

Candidate Must have the following: Minimum 3 years of Class Action defense experience in consumer matters, including false advertising, product defect, breach of warranty, violation of consumer protection laws (required) ; Experience within a large law firm setting (experience will be current or very recent) ; Engagement with briefing class certification and/or summary judgment (required) ; Substantial experience Conducting depositions, oral arguments, and expert interviews ; Highly adept at Managing e-discovery.

Stellar academic credentials (Law Review and/or Moot Court accolades desired); Strong research, verbal & written communication skills, and analytic skills required ; NY Bar.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Representing a diverse clientele across industries including consumer products, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, emerging technologies, and financial services.
• Preparing and arguing motions related to class certification and/or summary judgment.
• Supporting defense strategies in consumer class actions involving allegations of false advertising, product defect, breach of warranty, and violations of consumer protection statutes.
• Managing all aspects of e-discovery.
• Drafting briefs, legal correspondence, and responses to written discovery requests.
• Conducting depositions, presenting oral arguments, and interviewing expert witnesses.