DLA Piper LLP (US) · New York, NY

Senior Attorney - Litigation (Class Action) at DLA Piper LLP (US) — New York, NY

Full-timeNew York, NY$235,000–$400,000/yearPosted 2026-06-26Apply on Workday
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Full job description

Summary DLA Piper is seeking a talented writer as a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions group. This position is a non-partnership track and is open to any US office, with a preference for New York metropolitan based candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting briefs, motions and memoranda
  • Reviewing and drafting discovery responses
  • Analysis of discovery to inform case strategy and motion drafting
  • Prepare deposition outlines

Minimum Education

  • JD

Experience

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience
  • Experience drafting litigation documents, such as motions to dismiss, written discovery and summary judgment motions

Bar Admission

  • Admission in the bar for the jurisdiction in which you are applying

Essential Job Expectations

  • 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.
  • Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Disclaimer

Application Process All candidates must provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a writing sample not substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant.

Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact LitigationTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.

Search Firms

Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to LitigationTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $235,000 - $400,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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