Of Counsel – Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Job overview

The Of Counsel – Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required) role follows a hybrid work model and is listed in New York, NY, with additional locations across the United States. Compensation is $250,000–$500,000 per year in the listing; the description states $400,000–$500,000 depending on market, experience, and qualifications. The role supports a leading Am Law firm’s litigation practice focused on pharmaceutical and medical-device matters. The attorney handles complex product-liability litigation and provides strategic guidance to clients, drawing on litigation experience and scientific or medical expertise. The role advances case strategy through motion practice, discovery, expert work, and mentorship of junior attorneys.

What you'll do

• Draft and review briefs, motions, and memoranda, including Daubert and Rule 702 motions
• manage discovery and strategy
• collaborate with expert witnesses and prepare for testimony
• support depositions and fact development
• communicate with clients and provide legal guidance
• supervise and mentor junior attorneys and associates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

of counsel

product liability litigation

pharmaceutical litigation

medical device litigation

daubert motions

rule 702

scientific background

medical background

hybrid work

new york ny

direct counsel

$250k–$500k

am law firm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Why this role

Senior litigation role requiring an advanced scientific or medical background and expertise in Daubert and Rule 702 motion practice.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.