Remote Asbestos & Toxic Tort Litigator

Kutak Rock; Illinois; On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) Retirement benefits

Nine paid holidays

Flexible paid vacation

Job summary

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its growing team serving clients across Illinois and the greater St. Louis area. This is a fully remote position with opportunities to grow the regional asbestos practice and collaborate closely with partners.

The ideal candidate has deep asbestos defense experience, strong deposition skills, and a track record of managing cases independently while mentoring junior staff. A portable book of business is not required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing in Missouri and Illinois.
• 8+ years of litigation experience with asbestos/toxic tort focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of asbestos and toxic tort defense matters from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions; conduct written discovery.
• Attend court hearings and take/defend depositions regularly.
• Develop case strategy with partners and supervise junior staff.
• Maintain client relationships and provide timely reports.

Skills

Asbestos defense

Deposition experience

Litigation management

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission: MO & IL

Job description

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its growing team serving clients across Illinois and the greater St. Louis area. This is a fully remote position with opportunities to grow the regional asbestos practice and collaborate closely with partners.

The ideal candidate has deep asbestos defense experience, strong deposition skills, and a track record of managing cases independently while mentoring junior staff. A portable book of business is not required.