Toxic Tort Associate

Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP
401(k)
United States, Texas, Dallas
Nov 01, 2024
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,100 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're also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm. Wilson Elser's Dallas office is currently seeking a Toxic Tort Associate to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. 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. This position offers a flexible, remote working arrangement. The Position This attorney will represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges to defend a set of talc, silicosis, asbestos, and other toxic tort matters. 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 Texas 2+ 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 2^ndchair 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 Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.