Associate Attorney – Asbestos Defense

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Support the daily operations of local counsel while also assisting national coordinating counsel for prominent clients.

• Assess claims, analyze exposure and causation factors, devise defense strategies, and aid in case evaluation and resolution.

• Prepare pleadings, written discovery documents, motions, and briefs.

• Oversee discovery processes and aid in expert development and strategy.

• Get ready for and conduct depositions of fact and expert witnesses.

• Attend court conferences and hearings.

• Engage in mediations and settlement discussions.

• Work alongside national and local counsel concerning trial strategy, witness preparation, evidentiary matters, and overall trial readiness.

• Maintain communication with clients, insurers, co-counsel, and opposing counsel.

• Assist in managing litigation effectively and efficiently across various jurisdictions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Active license in good standing within at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in asbestos defense, toxic tort defense, or related complex litigation.

• Relevant experience related to silica, benzene, or other toxic exposure claims.

• Strong skills in legal research, writing, analysis, and oral advocacy.

• Proficient in discovery processes, motion practice, depositions, and litigation strategy.

• Exceptional organizational abilities and capacity to manage competing priorities across several cases and jurisdictions.

• A proactive, collaborative, and client-centered approach to litigation.

• Willingness to work across jurisdictions and contribute to national litigation and trial preparation initiatives.

• Preferred bar admissions include California, Illinois, New York, or Massachusetts.

• Admission in additional jurisdictions is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with firm matching contributions.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.

• Paid time off and parental leave.

• Life and disability insurance coverage.

• Employee assistance and wellness programs.

• Support for continuing legal education and professional development.

• Mentorship opportunities.

• Business development assistance.

• Potential to earn origination and business development credits.

• Opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

• Option to work remotely or from one of Segal McCambridge’s office locations.

• Geographic flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States.