Asbestos & Mass Tort Defense Attorney — 3–5 yrs

Elgen Staffing; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Elgen Staffing is assisting a boutique law firm with offices throughout New England to fill an Insurance Defense Attorney position in West Hartford, CT. The role targets a skilled professional with 3–5 years in asbestos defense and mass tort litigation, handling complex civil cases.

Candidates must hold an active Connecticut license and demonstrate strong writing, research, and courtroom skills to represent clients through all litigation stages.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut license to practice law.
• 3–5 years experience in Defense Asbestos & Mass Tort Litigation.
• Experience handling civil litigation related to asbestos/toxic torts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties
• Prepare for and represent clients in court proceedings

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Legal research

Education

Connecticut Bar License

Job description

Elgen Staffing is assisting a boutique law firm with offices throughout New England to fill an Insurance Defense Attorney position in West Hartford, CT. The role targets a skilled professional with 3–5 years in asbestos defense and mass tort litigation, handling complex civil cases.

Candidates must hold an active Connecticut license and demonstrate strong writing, research, and courtroom skills to represent clients through all litigation stages.