Toxic Tort Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Job summary

Wilson Elser's St. Louis office is seeking a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to join a collaborative team of professionals in a collegial environment. The firm emphasizes teamwork, client service, and innovation, with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

The position focuses on representing clients in talc, asbestos, silicosis, and other toxic tort matters, offering long-term growth within a national firm and opportunities to contribute across departments and offices.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Missouri bar admission.
• 2+ years toxic tort litigation experience.
• Experience with asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic torts.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions.
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other witnesses.
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trials a plus.
• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Skills

Toxic tort experience

Discovery drafting

Cross-examination

Trial experience

Written & oral skills

Analytical skills

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Admitted to Missouri bar

Job description

At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Wilson Elser's St. Louis office is currently seeking a Toxic Tort Associate Attorney to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. Our firm is committed to developing professionals who value each other and the service we provide through Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit, where you can grow in a role, and be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

This attorney will represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges to defend a set of talc, silicosis, asbestos, and other toxic tort matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment
• Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Missouri
• 2+ years of toxic tort litigation experience preferred
• Asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort experience preferred
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

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