Of Counsel - Litigation (Product Liability)

SummaryDLA Piper is seeking an Of Counsel with strong legal writing skills particularly in the area of pharmaceutical/medical device Daubert / Rule 702 motions practice to join its Litigation group. This position is open to any of our U.S. offices.u00a0EducationJDStrong academic credentials from nationally recognized schoolsBar AdmissionAdmitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applyingu00a0Candidates licensed to practice law in New York are encouraged to applyResponsibilitiesReviewing and drafting discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memorandaCommunicating with clientsSupervising associatesWorking with expertsAssisting with fact development and depositionsHelping develop case strategyExperienceMust have a science background (MD, MPH, PharmD, Epidemiology) to be considered8+ years of experience (preferably gained while practicing at an AmLaw 100 firm)Extensive experience writing briefs, including specifically Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Evidence and Daubert issuesExperience with products liability litigationExperience with pharmaceutical and medical device industry a plusJob Competencies & Desired SkillsStrong analytical and writing skillsAttention to detailGood business judgmentExcellent organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively and independentlyDemonstrated oral and written communication skillsResearch and problem-solving skillsConceptual thinkingAbility to influence othersPersuasive communicationManagement skillsEssential Job ExpectationsWhile the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;Foster positive work relationships;Comply with all firm policies and practices;Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned;Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other RequirementsSedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Work EnvironmentHybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-homePay TransparencyThe firm's expected hiring range for this position is $400,000 - $500,000 per year depending on the candidate's geographic mar

Created: 2026-02-19