Asbestos Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Asbestos Litigation Attorney for its Kansas City, MO office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in asbestos-specific litigation, including depositions, brief writing, and court appearances. Candidates must hold an active bar license and reside in South Carolina.

Duties

• Conduct depositions and draft legal briefs.
• Participate in court appearances and proceedings.
• Collaborate with attorneys in the Complex Torts business unit.
• Develop and articulate legal strategies and courses of action.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of asbestos litigation experience.
• Active bar license in South Carolina.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar license in South Carolina.

Skills

• Exceptional judgment and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and dynamic approach to legal practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This premier firm is one of the largest law firms in the region. It is a client-driven firm with over 300 attorneys. The firm has offices across the Midwest and overseas. In response to starting salary increases in some parts of the country, this firm dramatically changed its approach to associate compensation, increasing salary structure and determining each associate's professional development toward partnership by the skills they develop and the work ethic and quality of work they demonstrate throughout their career, rather than on a lock-step, class-by-class basis. Associates who want to develop their practice skills more rapidly, can demonstrate a high quality of work and a large time commitment will be able to progress more rapidly. Salaries are commensurate with the local market in which they are employed.