Associate Attorney - Toxic Tort (Asbestos) / Product Liability - Chicago

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Attorney for its dynamic toxic tort and product liability practice in Chicago. This hybrid role offers an excellent opportunity to develop litigation skills while managing cases in a supportive team environment. With mentorship from experienced partners, you'll take ownership of your caseload, engaging in complex legal matters and benefiting from career advancement opportunities. If you are ready to tackle challenging cases and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Active Illinois law license required; dual licensure in surrounding states is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned caseload and handle all aspects of files from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, perform legal research, and take depositions.

Skills

Legal Research

Litigation Skills

Writing Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Presentation Skills

Analytical Skills

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its very active toxic tort (asbestos) / product liability practice group in our Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day management of an assigned case load while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with 2 office days per week.

We seek candidates with:

• Current, active license to practice law in Illinois. Dual licensure with surrounding states (IN, MO, WI, OH, MI) desirable;
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in civil litigation including experience in drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other facets of the litigation process;
• Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
• A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
• Experience handling mediations/arbitrations desirable.

This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial. Compensation is competitive with opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination.

If you are looking to be challenged and handle files independently while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please submit your resume.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

About the firm:

Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.