Product Liability Associate Attorney

🕒 January 16

🦌 Connecticut – Remote

🦌 Connecticut – Remote

💵 $98k - $129k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

🧑‍💼 Attorney

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CMBG3 Law

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51 - 200 employees

📋 Compliance

Compliance • Law • Environment

CMBG3 Law is a majority women-owned law firm that specializes in environmental litigation, compliance, and risk management. The firm is recognized as a national thought leader on PFAS litigation and compliance issues, partnering with corporations, the investment world, and insurers across the United States. CMBG3 provides a range of legal services including litigation management, government relations, and advisory on issues such as COVID-19, construction, and real estate. They are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering pro bono services and supporting social impact through initiatives like the CMBG3 Cares program. Additionally, the firm is deeply involved with community services and supports various non-profit causes.

📋 Description

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related documents in product liability or complex litigation matters. • Prepare, analyze, and respond to written discovery and manage discovery exchanged with multiple parties. • Develop case strategies, defenses, and trial themes with increasing autonomy, supported by mentorship and collaboration. • Research and analyze state and federal case law, statutes, and regulatory frameworks applicable to complex litigation matters. • Interview, prepare, and work with fact witnesses, expert witnesses, and corporate representatives for testimony in litigation and regulatory proceedings. • Take and defend depositions of lay witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives. • Argue motions and participate in court appearances under appropriate supervision. • Draft pretrial reports and assist with case evaluations, exposure analysis, and risk assessments. • Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, status conferences, and hearings. • Contribute to creative problem-solving and strategic planning for case resolution. • Assist with settlement negotiations with plaintiffs and opposing counsel. • Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional, responsive, and inclusive oral and written communication. • Collaborate with and help supervise paralegals and litigation support staff. • Support Shareholders, Partners, and Senior Counsel on complex litigation matters. • Meet annual billable hour expectations and comply with firm timekeeping policies. • Participate in business development, networking, and client-facing opportunities consistent with interest and experience. • Engage in bar associations, professional organizations, and community involvement that support inclusion and professional growth. • Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace and contribute positively to firm culture. • Additional responsibilities as requested by Management.

🎯 Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. • Admission to practice in Connecticut required; Additional licenses a plus. • 0–3 years of litigation experience, preferably in product liability, toxic tort, environmental, insurance defense, construction, or complex civil litigation. • Prior paralegal, judicial clerkships, internships, clinics, or externships experience will be considered. • Experience in a billable-hour law firm environment preferred. • Demonstrated interest in complex litigation and willingness to develop subject-matter expertise. • Strong client-service orientation with the ability to communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally with diverse clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. • Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences. • Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail. • Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with FileVine or other document management systems is a plus. • Commitment to ongoing professional development, mentorship, and inclusive excellence.

🏖️ Benefits

• Pro bono work • Charitable initiatives • Donations