What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney position at Tucker Ellis LLP?
Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our Mass Tort and Product Liability practice in our growing St. Louis office. This position offers a hybrid schedule and an opportunity to work alongside an award-winning trial team on complex, high-stakes litigation.
About the Role
Due to the continued growth of our practice, we are looking for a Staff Attorney with 3 years of litigation experience to support our mass tort and product liability matters. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated litigation work, strong team collaboration, and substantive case involvement without a partnership-track requirement.
As a member of our nationally recognized trial team, you will play an integral role in managing complex litigation matters, supporting discovery efforts, drafting substantive legal filings, and assisting with trial preparation.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and motion practice
- Manage and coordinate large-scale discovery projects
- Conduct Plaintiff fact and expert witness depositions
- Review and analyze case documents, medical records, and expert materials
- Assist with deposition preparation and summary analysis
- Support all phases of litigation, including fact development, discovery, and trial preparation
- Collaborate with partners, associates, and litigation support teams on complex matters
- Assist with case management and client reporting
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- 3 years of litigation experience required
- Experience in mass tort, product liability, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other complex defense litigation preferred
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Experience drafting motions and managing discovery
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Admitted to practice in Missouri and Illinois
Why Tucker Ellis?
Our trial practice is nationally recognized for its success in defending complex litigation. We are highly regarded in the life sciences and product liability space, representing major pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer product manufacturers in high-profile cases nationwide.
We offer an entrepreneurial environment where attorneys work on sophisticated matters and collaborate with experienced trial lawyers across the firm. Tucker Ellis values professional development, teamwork, and a culture of excellence while providing flexibility and meaningful opportunities to contribute to client success.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Tucker Ellis LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.
Non-Solicitation Statement
Please note that Tucker Ellis LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes sent to our employees or offices will become the property of Tucker Ellis LLP, and no placement fees will be paid.