Defense Litigation Associate Attorney - Asbestos

Job Title: Defense Litigation Associate Attorney - Asbestos

Job Location: New Haven, CT

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is looking to hire a talented Defense Litigation Associate Attorney to join their Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation team, with a focus on asbestos litigation. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney with a strong background in toxic tort matters who thrives in a collaborative environment. The position offers exposure to high-profile cases and requires a mix of litigation skills, including deposition experience, motion practice, and courtroom appearances.

Duties:

• Regularly take and defend depositions in asbestos-related matters
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and collaborate with senior attorneys to devise proactive defense strategies
• Manage asbestos-related claims through various phases, including dismissal, settlement, motion practice, or trial
• Draft legal documents, such as memoranda, pleadings, and motions
• Represent clients at courtroom appearances and hearings
• Maintain a minimum of 1900 billable hours annually

Requirements:

• 2+ years of deposition and courtroom experience, particularly in toxic tort cases; specific experience in asbestos defense preferred
• Admission to the New York Bar required
• Admission to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and/or New Jersey Bar preferred (or ability to waive into New Jersey)
• Proficiency with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing tools for depositions and court conferences
• Ability to travel as needed for depositions and court appearances, including overnight travel
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a demanding workload
• Ability to absorb and understand new information quickly
• High level of responsibility, attention to detail, and self-discipline
• Positive, professional, and flexible attitude
• Military experience is welcome and valued

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required)
• Admission to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and/or New Jersey Bars preferred

Skills:

• Expertise in toxic tort and asbestos defense litigation
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• High organizational skills and multitasking
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Familiarity with digital litigation tools (Zoom, MS Teams, etc.)
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Job Location:
New Haven, CT

This national law firm offers a full range of consulting services for their clients. Their areas of practice include litigation, intellectual property, business services, appellate, alternative dispute resolution, wills, trusts, estates, labor, employment law, and more. Their offices are located in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.