Pittsburgh Associate Attorney - Asbestos & Toxic Tort

Segal McCambridge; Middletown Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with firm match

Paid time off

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of asbestos defense, toxic tort, product liability or related civil defense experience to join our Pittsburgh office. This role offers hands-on trial exposure and mentorship within a supportive team.

You will manage a diverse defense caseload, draft pleadings and motions, take depositions, and interact with clients and insurers. Excellent writing and advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (required)
• 2+ years of experience in asbestos defense, toxic tort, product liability or related litigation
• Licenses in Ohio, New York or West Virginia are highly desirable
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Proven ability to handle motion practice, depositions, and client communications independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Team‑oriented mindset with a proactive, client‑focused approach

Responsibilities

• Drafting pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions
• Conducting and defending depositions of fact and expert witnesses
• Managing discovery and developing case strategy
• Attending court conferences, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Communicating directly with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel
• Assisting with trial preparation and participating in trial as needed

Skills

Research skills

Written communication

Oral advocacy

Litigation

Time management

Team‑oriented

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of asbestos defense, toxic tort, product liability or related civil defense experience to join our Pittsburgh office. This role offers hands-on trial exposure and mentorship within a supportive team.

You will manage a diverse defense caseload, draft pleadings and motions, take depositions, and interact with clients and insurers. Excellent writing and advocacy skills are essential.