Junior Asbestos Litigation Attorney - NYC

Meirowitz-; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO

Commuter Transit Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, a trial law firm with offices across multiple states, seeks an enthusiastic Asbestos Attorney for its Midtown Manhattan office. This full-time, in-person role may require some travel as needed to support our experienced legal team.

You will manage asbestos-related cases from initial consultations to trial, conduct depositions and discovery, and collaborate with experts to present compelling evidence. Opportunity to litigate other tort claims may arise.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

2+ years litigation experience

Active bar license

Licensed to practice in NY

Job description

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, a trial law firm with offices across multiple states, seeks an enthusiastic Asbestos Attorney for its Midtown Manhattan office. This full-time, in-person role may require some travel as needed to support our experienced legal team.

You will manage asbestos-related cases from initial consultations to trial, conduct depositions and discovery, and collaborate with experts to present compelling evidence. Opportunity to litigate other tort claims may arise.