Asbestos Litigation Attorney

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

Paid Time Off

Commuter Transit Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP is seeking a full-time Asbestos Litigation Attorney for its Chicago office. This junior to mid-level role requires 1–5 years of asbestos litigation experience and involves managing cases from initial consultations to trial. The ideal candidate should be a Juris Doctor licensed in Illinois, able to collaborate with industry experts, and stay updated on related laws. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of asbestos litigation experience is mandatory.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in trial settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of asbestos-related cases, from consultations to trial.
• Conduct depositions, manage discovery, draft motions, and appear in court.
• Collaborate with experts to present compelling evidence.
• Assist in settlement negotiations with various stakeholders.
• Stay updated on asbestos-related law and scientific research.
• Meet with clients to gather exposure history.

Skills

Asbestos litigation experience

General personal injury litigation

Trial experience

Client consultation

Discovery management

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Licensed in the State of Illinois

Tools

Odyssey E-Filing

File&Serve Illinois

Job description

About Us

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people—not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Asbestos Litigation Attorney to join our Chicago team. This is a junior to mid-level role, ideal for candidates with 1–5 years of asbestos litigation experience. Experience in general personal injury litigation alone is not sufficient—prior asbestos litigation experience is required.

You Will:

• Manage all aspects of asbestos-related cases, from initial client consultations to trial, under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Conduct depositions, manage discovery, draft motions, and appear in court.
• Collaborate with experts in fields such as occupational health, toxicology, and geology to analyze and present compelling evidence.
• Assist in settlement negotiations with opposing counsel, insurers, 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
• 1–5 years of asbestos litigation experience (mandatory).
• Experience with Odyssey E-Filing and/or File&Serve Illinois
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively.
• Trial experience is a plus

Our Benefits:

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

Salary Range: $125k-$150k

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.