Junior Asbestos Attorney

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP

$110K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years litigating personal injury cases
  • Active bar license
  • Licensed to practice in NY
  • Asbestos litigation experience preferred
  • Understanding of asbestos litigation preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of asbestos-related cases from client consultations to trial
  • Conduct depositions, discovery, write motions, and appear in court
  • Conduct thorough research on asbestos-related cases
  • Collaborate with experts in occupational health, toxicology, and geology
  • Support senior attorneys in settlement negotiations
  • Stay updated on developments in asbestos law and industry trends
  • Gather information from clients regarding their asbestos exposure history

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Commuter Transit Program
  • Retirement Plan
Full Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Asbestos Attorney to join our Midtown Manhattan office and support our experienced legal team. This is a full-time position in-person position. Some travel may be required.

You Will:
  • Manage all aspects of asbestos-related cases, from initial client consultations to trial, under the guidance of senior attorneys.
  • Conduct depositions and discovery, write motions, and appear in court.
  • Conduct thorough research on asbestos-related cases, including the history of talc sourcing and mines, scientific literature, and various sources of discovery.
  • Collaborate with experts in fields such as occupational health, toxicology, and geology to analyze and present compelling evidence.
  • Support senior attorneys in settlement negotiations with opposing parties, insurance companies, and other stakeholders.
  • Stay updated on the latest developments in asbestos-related law, scientific research, and industry trends to provide the best legal counsel possible.
  • Meet with clients to gather information about their asbestos/talc exposure history.
  • Have opportunities to potentially litigate other types of tort claims.

You Have:
  • At least 2 years of experience litigating personal injury cases.
  • Active bar license.
  • Licensed to practice in NY.

Nice to Have:
  • Asbestos Litigation Experience Preferred.
  • Understanding of asbestos litigation preferred.
  • Experience in other types of litigation.

Our Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Commuter Transit Program.
  • Retirement Plan.

Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000 per year

The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

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