Asbestos Attorney

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated personal injury attorney to join their Chicago team. This role involves managing all aspects of asbestos-related cases, conducting thorough research, and collaborating with experts to present compelling evidence. The ideal candidate will have at least 2-3 years of experience in personal injury law and a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of injured clients while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about justice and eager to grow your legal career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Commuter Transit Program

Paid Maternity Leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in personal injury litigation.
• Licensed in Illinois with a Juris Doctor degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage asbestos-related cases from client consultations to trial.
• Conduct depositions, discovery, and court appearances.

Skills

Personal Injury Litigation

Asbestos Litigation

Legal Research

Trial Preparation

Client Consultation

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Odyssey E-Filing

File&Serve Illinois

Job description

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

About Us

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a mid-size trial law firm that is dedicated to fighting for injured people with offices located in NY, NJ, PA, NC, FL, Il, CA and TX. We represent people, not corporations. Join our team to help injured folks get the justice they deserve.

About the Role

We are looking for a full time personal injury attorney to join our Chicago Asbestos Litigation team. The ideal candidate has worked in personal injury for at least 2-3 years and is interested in breaking into the Asbestos Litigation field. This is a remote position, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid work model.

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.

You Have:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Licensed in the State of Illinois
• At least 2 years of experience litigating personal injury cases
• Experience with Odyssey E-Filing and/or File&Serve Illinois
• Trial experience is a plus
• Strong organizational with the ability to multitask and manage deadlines.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Commuter Transit Program
• Retirement Plan

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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401(k)

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