Associate Attorney

Overview

This organization is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join a national asbestos defense practice. The role supports a trial-focused team handling complex litigation across jurisdictions nationwide.

This position is fully remote or may be based in any of the organization’s offices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and defend asbestos and toxic tort litigation in jurisdictions throughout the country
• Serve as local counsel and national counsel on complex asbestos matters
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings
• Take and defend fact and expert depositions
• Develop case strategy and manage discovery
• Communicate directly with clients, insurers, co-counsel, and opposing counsel
• Attend court conferences, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Assist the national trial team with trial strategy, preparation, and execution
• Participate in trials and other significant litigation proceedings as appropriate
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys across the national practice

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Asbestos defense experience required
• Demonstrated experience with motion practice, discovery, depositions, and case management
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a national team
• Excellent organization, judgment, and communication skills
• Proactive, client-focused approach and genuine interest in complex litigation and trial work

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience preferred (candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered)
• Experience with toxic tort, product liability, premises liability, or other complex litigation is highly desirable
• Additional state bar admissions are a plus, particularly in jurisdictions where the organization handles significant asbestos litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• Target salary range: $120,000–$175,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with firm match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• CLE and continuing professional development support

Location

Fully remote, or based in any of the organization’s offices.