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Product Liability Attorney (Practice Attorney- off track)

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Remote · Seattle, WA · Posted October 29, 2026

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PRODUCT LIABILITY ATTORNEY (Practice Attorney – off track)

Products Liability & Complex Litigation Practice Group

Locations: WA (Seattle) preferred; CA (Los Angeles, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco)

REMOTE

An international AmLaw 50 firm is seeking an experienced Product Liability Attorney (Practice Attorney) to join its nationally recognized Products Liability & Complex Litigation practice . This is a non-partnership-track position designed for a senior-level attorney who thrives in a sophisticated litigation environment and values autonomy, collaboration, and high-level client service. The role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes matters for industry-leading clients across a broad range of cutting-edge sectors.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record

Active Bar Admission in state in which candidate resides and either Washington or California , in good standing

15+ years of substantive experience in product liability and/or complex commercial litigation

Extensive experience defending manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors in product liability and toxic tort matters

Demonstrated ability to manage cases with a high degree of independence

Strong background in drafting briefs, correspondence, and written discovery responses

Experience overseeing document collection, review, and production

Familiarity with causation analysis and failure analysis

Experience with multidistrict litigation (MDL) and/or coordinated state proceedings

Excellent written and oral advocacy skills

Strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach

Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Defend product manufacturers, suppliers, and resellers i n complex product liability and toxic tort litigation

Serve as a key contributor on national and global litigation teams, including MDLs and coordinated proceedings

Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and client correspondence

Manage day-to-day case responsibilities with minimal supervision

Coordinate document discovery processes, including collection, review, and production

Analyze technical, scientific, and causation-related issues central to product liability claims

Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and clients to develop and execute litigation strategy

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a premier litigation team representing innovative, market-leading companies across industries such as technology, consumer products, automotive, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and emerging technologies . The role offers meaningful responsibility, flexibility, and the ability to contribute at a high level without pursuing a traditional partnership track. Attorneys in this group benefit from a culture that values excellence, professional growth, and long-term career sustainability.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : annual salary range of $170,000 – $200,000, co mmensurate with experience and other market factors

Discretionary merit bonus eligibility .

Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; 401(k) plan; HSA/FSA plans; flexible time away; mentorship and sponsorship programs; and backup elder and childcare.

Additional Perks : Include family-building benefits (adoption and fertility treatments), employer-matching gift programs for donations to law schools and charitable organizations, global wellness programs, an employee assistance program, and health care advocates, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .