Counsel, Tort LitigationMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority • Boston, New Hampshire, USA
Counsel, Tort Litigation
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority • Boston, New Hampshire, USA
4 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Job descriptionNo direct reports. Juris Doctorate. Member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar or ability to obtain bar admission within six (6) months of hire with annual certification and registration by the Board of Bar Overseers. Five (5) years of litigation experience. Ability to manage and prioritize a high-volume workload. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced work environment. Experience in government or with highly regulated industry or client. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven problem-solving skills and sound judgment. None. A significant portion of the required work experience should be in the area of insurance defense or personal injury litigation in a law firm or in-house setting. Experience representing public employers subject to the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act. Significant first-chair trial experience is highly preferred. Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program. Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role. Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences. Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required). Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers. Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and / or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection). Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings. Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service. Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting their positions and throughout the duration of their program. General Disclaimer : The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. Application Completion : It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history. Application Deadlines : Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established. Work Environment : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements. Work Eligibility : All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. Interviews : Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time / date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email. Safety Sensitive Positions : Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing. On-call or 24 / 7 Positions : Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority. Essential / Emergency Staff : During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management. ADA Accommodations : The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or . Diversity Equity and Inclusion : The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits : Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.
At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs Core Values are built around safety service equity sustainability and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and values. This includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.
Job Summary
The Counsel Tort Litigation will provide advice counsel and representation to the MBTA and MassDOT on behalf of the MassDOT / MBTA General Counsel. The Counsel Tort Litigation acts under the supervision of the Senior Counsel for Tort Litigation Senior Lead Counsel for Litigation and the Managing Counsel for Litigation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Litigate tort matters on behalf of the MBTA in the state and federal courts.
- Review and respond to complaints including drafting of answers motions to dismiss or other responsive pleadings.
- Conduct and respond to discovery in a thorough and timely manner.
- Research draft and file dispositive motions.
- Resolve matters through negotiation mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
- Conduct jury trials and handle all aspects of appeals.
- Maintain accurate records of work conducted in matter management software.
- Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.
Supervision
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
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Preferred Experience and Skills
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Key Skills
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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