Toxic Tort Attorney

Tressler LLP; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Toxic Tort Attorney to handle complex litigation related to hazardous substances. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of litigation experience and a Juris Doctor. Excellent communication and administrative skills are essential. This hybrid position offers competitive pay and a focus on collaborative legal work.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) and Company Match

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid vacation

8 to 10 paid holidays

Hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of toxic tort litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of environmental laws, personal injury, and product liability.
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of toxic tort lawsuits, including individual and mass tort claims.
• Draft pleadings, original motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Communicate and prepare status reports to clients.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Legal research and analysis

Superb administrative skills

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Driven and eager to learn

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

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Base pay range

$145,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr

Role Description

We are seeking a Toxic Tort Attorney to join our firm as an Associate in our Walnut Creek office. The role involves representing clients in complex litigation related to exposure to hazardous substances, including asbestos, silica, mold, pesticides, and other environmental pollutants resulting in personal injuries. This is a hybrid position in our new Walnut Creek office.

Essential job duties include:

• Handling a caseload of toxic tort lawsuits, including individual and mass tort claims.
• Drafting pleadings, original motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Speaking with scientists, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to support litigation.
• Communicating and preparing status reports to clients.
• Conducting thorough investigations, including gathering medical records, reviewing scientific studies, and legal research to build a strong case for clients.
• Advocating for clients in depositions, court hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations as required.

A successful candidate will also:

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be skilled in legal research and analysis.
• Have superb administrative skills.
• Possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Be diligent, driven, and eager to learn.
• Possess the ability to take ownership of their work.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• 4-7 years of toxic tort litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of environmental laws, personal injury, and product liability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) and Company Match
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid vacation
• 8 to 10 paid holidays
• Hybrid work environment

Interview Process Timeline

Application

Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter using Easy Apply above.

Screening Call

Our HR Director will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-minute phone screening.

In-Person or Virtual Interview

Here you’ll meet the hiring team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm.

Offer

Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

We are a full-service, modern law firm located in ten cities across the country. We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming, professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a positive work environment. We have been successful for more than 39 years because of our wonderful team.

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Paid maternity leave

Medical insurance

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