Senior Attorney

Company Description

Ben Martin Law Group is a nationally recognized plaintiff-side litigation firm dedicated to representing individuals harmed by defective products, dangerous drugs, and corporate misconduct in complex mass tort and catastrophic injury cases.

Role Description

The firm seeks a Senior Attorney with significant experience in mass tort and complex civil litigation to support and advance a national docket of high-value matters. This role requires a seasoned litigator capable of independently managing cases, leading key phases of litigation, and collaborating closely with partners and litigation teams on strategy, discovery, and motion practice.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical judgment with hands-on litigation experience and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Management

Independently manage a portfolio of mass tort cases from intake through resolution

Draft and argue dispositive motions, Daubert motions, and complex briefing

Lead written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission

Conduct and defend fact and expert depositions

Participate in trial preparation, and trial support

Case Strategy and Analysis

Evaluate liability, causation, and damages issues across large case inventories

Develop litigation strategies in coordination with partners and trial counsel

Analyze expert reports and collaborate with retained experts

Identify and resolve legal and procedural issues unique to mass tort litigation

Client and Case Development

Advise clients on case status, strategy, and settlement considerations

Assist with settlement evaluation, negotiation, and administration

Support intake review and case vetting for new mass tort matters

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Mentor junior associates and paralegals

Supervise discovery workflows and case management processes

Contribute to firm-wide litigation standards, templates, and best practices

Qualifications

Required

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (additional jurisdictions a plus)
• 6–10+ years of litigation experience, with substantial exposure to mass tort, products liability, or complex civil litigation
• Demonstrated experience with:

MDLs and coordinated proceedings

Expert discovery and Daubert challenges

High-volume case management

• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and matters independently

Preferred

• Trial experience, including second-chair or first-chair roles
• Experience with plaintiff-side mass tort practice
• Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and litigation technology

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and sound legal judgment
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage complex case inventories
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Professional discretion and client-focused approach

Work Environment and Expectations

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven litigation environment
• High degree of responsibility and autonomy
• In-Office position at our Dallas, Texas office
• Occasional travel for depositions, hearings, and trials

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

The firm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.