Toxic Tort/Asbestos Associate Attorney

The Philadelphia, PA office of a full-service AmLaw 100 firm is actively seeking an attorney to join its Toxic Tort and Asbestos practices.

The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least one (1) to seven (7) years of experience in all phases of toxic tort and asbestos litigation, including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the Pennsylvania & New Jersey Bar is required. Admission to the Delaware Bar is a plus.

As pioneers in toxic tort defense, the firm has been at the forefront of asbestos and chemical exposure litigation since the 1980s. The firm has significant experience defending claims involving exposure to asbestos, benzene, diacetyl, carbon monoxide, and other chemical products. Our asbestos litigation practice spans over four decades, representing clients in state and federal courts nationwide. We serve as national coordinating counsel, regional counsel, and local counsel for a wide range of defendants, including manufacturers, distributors, contractors, premises owners, and entities in industries such as shipbuilding, energy, education, and construction.

Although we would prefer that you have some experience in toxic tort litigation, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in toxic tort law, and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, the firm offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars (Delaware Bar admission preferred).
• 1-7 years of experience in toxic tort and asbestos litigation (all phases including case management, motion practice, discovery, hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials).
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.