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. This is a unique opportunity to apply your litigation acumen in a high-impact, back-office role, providing essential pre-trial support that underpins successful legal strategies and ensures the integrity of critical operations. Your work will directly influence outcomes in general litigation, commercial litigation, and mass tort cases, playing a pivotal role in protecting the interests of a leading organization.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled legal professional to join a dedicated legal services team, focusing on essential pre-trial work. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of legal operations, particularly in general litigation, commercial litigation, and mass tort cases. You will be instrumental in building robust legal foundations, ensuring comprehensive case preparation, and contributing to strategic decision-making without the need for court appearances or deposition coverage. Your analytical skills and legal drafting capabilities will be at the forefront, directly impacting the success of ongoing litigation matters.

What You'll Do

• Prepare draft answers to legal complaints.
• Review case files post-note of issue for completeness and accuracy.
• Draft dispositive and other pre-trial motions, including motions for summary judgment.
• Summarize depositions and medical records for comprehensive case analysis.
• Write requests for authority, ensuring proper legal justification.
• Conduct research on verdicts and specific legal issues to inform strategy.
• Prepare detailed legal memos on various topics.
• Assist with thorough case evaluations.
• Collaborate closely on developing effective trial strategies.
• Proactively identify legal issues and potential case risks.
• Provide essential support for litigation matters involving tort and liability claims.

What You'll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5-8 years of legal experience.
• Strong defense background in litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to draft motions, including motions for summary judgment.
• Proficiency in reviewing and analyzing medical records.
• Experience 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 case evaluations.
• Capability to collaborate effectively on trial strategy.
• Adept at identifying legal issues and potential case risks.
• Experience supporting litigation matters involving tort and liability claims.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

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

About Skill:

Skill connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial and administrative talent with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match and flexible spending accounts.

Skill is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.