Junior Asbestos Attorney

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; 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, a law firm based in New York, is seeking an enthusiastic Asbestos Attorney for their Midtown Manhattan office. This full-time, in-person role requires at least 2 years of personal injury litigation experience and an active bar license to practice in NY. Responsibilities include managing asbestos-related cases, conducting research, collaborating with experts, and supporting settlement negotiations. The firm offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with other benefits such as PTO and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience litigating personal injury cases.
• Active bar license required, licensed to practice in NY.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of asbestos-related cases from initial consultations to trial.
• Conduct depositions and discovery, write motions, and appear in court.
• Collaborate with experts to analyze and present compelling evidence.
• Support senior attorneys in settlement negotiations.

Skills

Litigating personal injury cases

Conducting depositions

Conducting thorough research

Collaborating with experts

Settlement negotiations

Education

Active bar license

Licensed to practice in NY

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 an enthusiastic Asbestos Attorney to join our Midtown Manhattan office and support our experienced legal team. This is a full‑time, in‑person position. Some travel may be required.

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.
• Have opportunities to potentially litigate other types of tort claims.

You Have

• At least 2 years of experience litigating personal injury cases.
• Active bar license.
• Licensed to practice in NY.

Nice to Have

• Asbestos Litigation Experience Preferred.
• Understanding of asbestos litigation preferred.
• Experience in other types of litigation.

Our Benefits

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

Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000 per year

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.