Toxic Tort Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•St. Louis, MO

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser’s St. Louis office is seeking a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to represent sophisticated clients facing complex legal challenges involving talc, silicosis, asbestos, and other toxic tort matters. The attorney will manage litigation matters from beginning to end as part of a team, while handling an independent caseload and communicating with clients. The position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement in a collaborative, collegial environment focused on teamwork, client service, innovation, mentorship, and professional growth.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in Missouri.
Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions.
Superior analytical skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of toxic tort litigation experience preferred.
Experience with asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort matters preferred.
Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred.
Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trials is a plus.
Second-chair trial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices to support a cohesive team environment.
Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, handling cases from beginning to end.
Communicate with clients and provide status reports.