Toxic Tort Of Counsel
Wilson Elser's San Francisco office is currently seeking a Toxic Tort Of Counsel 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 position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, or remote work opportunities.
The Firm
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,200 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We are also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.
Our firm is committed to developing professionals who value each other and the service we provide through Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit, where you can grow in a role, and be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Toxic Tort Of Counsel position in our San Francisco office.
The Position
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 Responsibilities
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment
Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end
Communicate with clients and provide status reports
Qualifications
JD from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state of California
8+ years of toxic tort litigation experience preferred
Asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort experience preferred
Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
2nd chair trial experience a plus
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
The annualized salary range for this position is $190,000 to $235,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and any other job-related factors permitted by law.
Interested?
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