Junior Toxic Tort Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Junior Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of asbestos or toxic tort litigation experience and possess a Juris Doctor degree from a top law school. This role involves taking and defending expert and witness depositions, drafting litigation documents, developing client relationships, and preparing for trial.

Duties:

• Take and defend expert and witness depositions
• Draft original motions and other litigation-related documents on complex matters
• Draft discovery requests and responses to be exchanged with various parties
• Develop client relationships through oral and written communication
• Prepare for trial including motions in limine, exhibit lists, and witness lists

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from a top law school
• Licensed to practice law in California
• 2+ years of asbestos or toxic tort litigation experience
• Experience in a billable work environment
• Self-motivated individual with high energy willing to meet deadlines
• Superior written and oral communication skills with attention to detail

Education:

Juris Doctor degree from a top law school

Certifications:

California Bar license

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting legal documents
• Strong oral advocacy skills
• Ability to conduct legal research efficiently
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client interaction
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

This California-based firm is more than 17 years old with 28 attorneys in three offices. Some of the firm's practice areas consist of product liability, environmental litigation, and construction defect litigation.