On-Site Litigation Associate: Mesothelioma Claims

Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC seeks a Litigation Associate for our Emeryville, CA office to support asbestos-related litigation. This on-site role requires handling case investigation, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep, with potential to become first chair after gaining experience.

The successful candidate will join a team working on complex cases, travel 30-40% to clients' homes and relevant locations, and develop deep familiarity with mesothelioma litigation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA accredited institution and admission to the California bar, or eligibility for reciprocity;
• Strong academic record;
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities;
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships;
• Willingness to travel (30-40% travel on average) to client's homes and other relevant locations frequently for multiple nights;
• Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients;
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize;
• Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment;
• Commitment to plaintiff work.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of asbestos litigation, including case investigation, discovery management, depositions, document review, motions, and trial preparation.
• Serve as a second or third chair during trials with potential to first chair after gaining experience.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Client relationships

Travel readiness

Education

J.D. from ABA accredited

California bar admission

Reciprocity eligibility

Job description

Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC seeks a Litigation Associate for our Emeryville, CA office to support asbestos-related litigation. This on-site role requires handling case investigation, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep, with potential to become first chair after gaining experience.

The successful candidate will join a team working on complex cases, travel 30-40% to clients' homes and relevant locations, and develop deep familiarity with mesothelioma litigation.