Attorney- Trial Team

Join a dynamic team through Aquent, a trusted partner, where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the legal landscape of a vital utility service provider. This organization stands at the forefront of delivering essential services, impacting countless lives daily, and maintaining critical infrastructure. Your work will be pivotal in safeguarding their operations and ensuring their continued success in a highly regulated environment, making a tangible difference in the community every day.

We are seeking a highly skilled legal professional to join a dedicated legal services team, focusing on essential pre-trial work. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to apply your litigation acumen in a high-impact, back-office role, providing crucial support that underpins successful legal strategies. You will be instrumental in building robust legal foundations, ensuring comprehensive case preparation, and contributing to strategic decision-making across general litigation, commercial litigation, and mass tort cases. Your analytical skills and legal drafting capabilities will be at the forefront, directly impacting the success of ongoing litigation matters and protecting the organization's interests, all without the need for court appearances or deposition coverage. Prepare to make a significant impact from day one!

What You'll Do

• Prepare draft answers to legal complaints, laying the groundwork for robust defense.
• Review case files post-note of issue for completeness and accuracy, ensuring all details are meticulously managed.
• Draft dispositive and other pre-trial motions, including motions for summary judgment, to strategically advance cases.
• Summarize depositions and medical records for comprehensive case analysis, extracting critical insights.
• Write requests for authority, ensuring proper legal justification and compliance.
• Conduct thorough research on verdicts and specific legal issues to inform and refine litigation strategy.
• Prepare detailed legal memos on various topics, providing clear and concise legal guidance.
• Assist with thorough case evaluations, contributing to informed decision-making.
• Collaborate closely on developing effective trial strategies, leveraging your expertise to build strong cases.
• Proactively identify legal issues and potential case risks, mitigating challenges before they escalate.
• Provide essential support for litigation matters involving tort and liability claims, protecting the organization's interests.

What You'll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5-8 years of dedicated legal experience.
• Strong defense background in litigation, with a proven track record.
• Demonstrated ability to draft complex motions, including motions for summary judgment.
• Proficiency in reviewing and analyzing medical records for litigation purposes.
• Experience gained within insurance defense firms or carrier legal departments.
• A clear understanding of carrier reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to identify litigation risks and issues early in the process.
• Experience assisting with comprehensive case evaluations.
• Capability to collaborate effectively on trial strategy development.
• Experience supporting litigation matters involving tort and liability claims.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Defense-side litigation experience.
• Experience with tort and liability litigation.