Toxic Tort - Trial Attorney

The role

Work with a litigation team to prepare talc, silica, asbestos and other toxic tort matters for trial. Take and defend depositions, appear in court as first chair, and communicate with clients about case developments.

What you will do

• Work with a litigation team to prepare talc, silica, asbestos, and related toxic tort matters for trial.
• Take and defend key fact and expert witness depositions, cover pretrial and trial appearances as first chair, manage and argue significant pretrial and trial motions.
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and partners on legal projects and strategy for cases.
• Communicate with clients to provide status reports, advice, and counsel regarding case developments.
• Participate in trial strategy discussions and prepare trial exhibits and evidence for litigation.
• Provide high-level client service by actively managing expectations, keeping clients informed, and delivering excellent outcomes.

Required qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of California
• Demonstrated trial experience with toxic tort, personal injury, general liability, or other tort cases
• Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions, and trials
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• At least eight years of experience (stated in The Position section)

Nice to have

• 8+ years of defense litigation experience
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Before you apply

• Recruitment agencies may submit candidates only with an active, signed fee agreement through the firm's Recruitment Agency Portal.
• The firm participates in E-Verify and checks work authorization for new hires using Form I-9.

About the company

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. It is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.