Toxic Tort Associate Attorney or Of Counsel (fully ...
LHH - los angeles, CA
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LHH is working with an Am Law client with offices in California and Texas. This individual will sit in Texas, with an active Texas Bar License and assist the California team with Toxic Tort matters concerning personal injury focused on asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort. This candidate can live anywhere in Texas, as this is a fully remote role, but the Texas offices are located in Dallas or Houston. Our client is searching for both an associate with at least 2 years experience in toxic tort, and an Of Counsel with at least 8 years experience in the same. Our client is currently seeking a Toxic Tort a Associate Attorney & an Of Counsel, RemoteTexas to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. This attorney will represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges to defend a set of talc, silicosis, asbestos, and other toxic tort matters. This person will support the Toxic Tort team based in San Francisco, CA, but will be based and licensed in Texas. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, or remote work opportunities.The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling personal injury defense litigation matters, preferably including talc, silicosis, asbestos, or related toxic tort matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country,Key ResponsibilitiesDraft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documentsAttend court hearings, depositions, and mediationsCollaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environmentIndependently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to endCommunicate with clients and provide status reportsQualificationsJD from an ABA accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice in the state of Texas2+ years (Associate) 8+ years (Of Counsel) of toxic tort litigation experience preferredAsbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort experience preferredExperience drafting discovery and pretrial motions requiredExperience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferredExperience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus2nd chair trial experience a plusSuperior analytical skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsClick APPLY and submit your resume!
Created: 2024-10-05