Toxic Tort - Trial Attorney

Overview

A national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices is seeking a Toxic Tort Trial Attorney to join their San Francisco office. This role offers a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement and the opportunity to work on complex toxic tort litigation involving talc, silica, asbestos, and related matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare toxic tort cases for trial, including talc, silica, and asbestos matters
• Take and defend key fact and expert witness depositions
• Serve as first chair for pretrial and trial appearances
• Manage and argue significant pretrial and trial motions
• Collaborate with attorneys, team members, and partners on case strategy and legal projects
• Communicate with clients to provide status updates, advice, and counsel
• Participate in trial strategy discussions and prepare trial exhibits and evidence
• Deliver high-level client service by managing expectations and keeping clients informed

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in the state of California
• Minimum of 8 years of defense litigation experience preferred
• Demonstrated trial experience in toxic tort, personal injury, general liability, or other tort cases
• Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions, and trials
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
• Preferred experience cross-examining plaintiffs and fact witnesses
• Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $250,000 to $300,000 USD
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses
• Full-time position with benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive salary and benefits package considering experience, education, licensure, geographic location, and market demands

Location

San Francisco, California (flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement available)