Toxic Tort Lawyer (2+ year)

gpac; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship from trial attorneys

Niche practice in toxic tort

Long-term career growth

Job summary

A growing plaintiff-side litigation firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its trial team in toxic tort matters across Missouri and Illinois. The role emphasizes strategy, motion practice, and discovery with immediate active files and depositions.

Requirements include 2+ years of civil litigation and Missouri Bar admission; Illinois admission or ability to obtain is preferred. Starting salary is $85,000, with up to $125,000 for 3+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Active Missouri Bar admission required; Illinois Bar admission preferred.
• Strong legal writing, analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage active litigation files with increasing responsibility.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions in Missouri and Illinois.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy.
• Work closely with experienced trial attorneys on complex toxic tort and personal injury matters.
• Prepare cases for mediation, hearings, and trial.
• Develop specialized experience in toxic tort litigation.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Missouri Bar

Job description

Associate Attorney - Toxic Tort Litigation - Plaintiff (2+ Years)

Location: St. Louis, MO

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: Starting at $85,000 (up to $125,000 for candidates with 3+ years of directly relevant experience)

The Opportunity

A growing plaintiff-side litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its trial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigator who enjoys being immersed in case strategy, motion practice, and discovery while developing expertise in toxic tort litigation.

The firm is looking for someone who can contribute immediately by handling active litigation files and quickly taking depositions in both Missouri and Illinois. While prior toxic tort experience is not required, the successful candidate must have a genuine interest in developing that expertise and building a long-term career in this practice area.

If you enjoy being the attorney who digs into the details, develops litigation strategy, and helps build cases from the ground up, this could be an outstanding fit.

What You'll Do

• Manage active litigation files with increasing responsibility
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions in Missouri and Illinois
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy
• Work closely with experienced trial attorneys on complex toxic tort and personal injury matters
• Prepare cases for mediation, hearings, and trial
• Develop specialized experience in toxic tort litigation

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Bar admission required
• Illinois Bar admission or ability to obtain admission preferred
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery
• Ability to independently handle depositions shortly after joining
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Desire to develop a long-term practice in toxic tort litigation
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of $85,000
• Up to $125,000 for candidates with 3+ years of highly relevant litigation experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Mentorship from experienced trial attorneys
• Opportunity to build a niche practice in toxic tort litigation
• Long-term growth within a successful and expanding firm

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a growing plaintiff-side litigation practice
• Immediate hands-on litigation experience
• Meaningful deposition and courtroom opportunities
• Work on complex, high-impact toxic tort matters
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Ideal for attorneys who enjoy being the "legal surgeon" behind successful trial strategy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.