Barnes & Thornburg
Counsel – Drug, Device and Consumer Products
Indianapolis · Full-time · Posted Oct 9, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Education
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
About the job
Manages complex drug, medical device, consumer product, and related product liability litigation from case strategy through resolution, including advocacy, client communication, and team coordination.
What you'll do
- Manage complex litigation matters, develop strategies, and draft substantive legal work.
- Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, arguments, mediations, and trial-related work; manage discovery and expert involvement.
- Advise clients on case status, strategy, risks, and developments; supervise and mentor legal professionals.
What they ask for
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to and good standing with applicable state bar(s).
- 8+ years of relevant experience in drug, medical device, consumer product, product liability, toxic tort, or related complex litigation.
- Indiana state court trial experience.
- Strong experience in complex litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, case management, and scientific, medical, technical, or expert-driven issues.
Nice to have
- Experience managing asbestos or talc litigation.
- MDL experience and trial preparation and/or trial execution experience.
AI focus
Strong aptitude for emerging legal AI tools for document review, analysis, eDiscovery, and other applications.
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