Toxic Tort of Counsel Attorney

Chelsea Search Group • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Represent sophisticated clients facing complex legal challenges in talc, silicosis, asbestos, and other toxic tort matters. The attorney will independently manage a litigation caseload within a team, handling cases from beginning to end, and communicate with clients through status reports. The position offers a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Eight 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.
• Court appearance, deposition, and trial experience 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 as part of a cohesive team.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree