Asbestos Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Asbestos Associate Attorney to join their team in San Francisco, CA. The candidate will handle local and national accounts throughout California and manage a litigation caseload independently. Here's a detailed job description:

Job Overview:

The Asbestos Associate Attorney will manage litigation caseloads, conduct depositions, prepare witnesses for trial, review discovery requests, prepare court filings, and provide trial preparation and support.

Duties:

• Handle local and national accounts throughout the state of California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and ensure service to counsel; proficiency with e-filing.
• Provide trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in complex litigation, toxic tort, or environmental liability.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the state of California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking the lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capability for independent work.
• Ability to work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Capability to analyze complex matters.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the state of California.

Skills:

• Proficiency in managing a litigation caseload independently.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently.
• Analytical skills to handle complex matters effectively.

Benefits:

The firm offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)

This national litigation firm specializes in a wide range of practice areas. With 14 offices throughout the United States, this firm has extensive experience and judgment to take cases successfully to trial. The firm strives to maintain a diverse workforce to bring new perspectives, creative thinking, and ideas. The firm and the attorneys are recognized annually by the most respected peer-review publications and rating organizations.