Hybrid Toxic Tort Litigation Associate

Wilson Elser; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Job summary

Wilson Elser in Chicago is seeking a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to join a collaborative team handling talc, silicosis, asbestos, and related toxic tort matters. The role supports flexible hybrid work arrangements and long-term career growth within a nationally recognized firm.

The attorney will draft pleadings, attend hearings, and manage a litigation caseload from start to finish, while communicating with clients and colleagues across offices.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in Illinois.
• 2+ years of toxic tort litigation experience preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions.
• 2nd chair trial experience is a plus.
• Asbestos, talc, silicosis, or related toxic tort experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate across departments and offices to support the team.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload from start to finish.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and oral communication

Team collaboration

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD), ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission: Illinois

Job description

Wilson Elser in Chicago is seeking a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to join a collaborative team handling talc, silicosis, asbestos, and related toxic tort matters. The role supports flexible hybrid work arrangements and long-term career growth within a nationally recognized firm.

The attorney will draft pleadings, attend hearings, and manage a litigation caseload from start to finish, while communicating with clients and colleagues across offices.