Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans

Job summary

A leading defense litigation law firm is seeking a Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate in Seattle. This role involves representing clients in complex legal challenges related to toxic tort matters and product liability. Candidates should have a JD from an ABA accredited law school, be admitted in Washington, and possess at least 2 years of litigation experience. The firm offers a flexible working arrangement, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.
• 2nd chair trial experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings and depositions.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.

Skills

Litigation experience

Toxic tort knowledge (asbestos, talc)

Complex litigation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Admitted to practice in Washington

Job description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Wilson Elser's Seattle office is currently seeking a Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing 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 will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote 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, and will also represent manufacturers, distributors, and other corporate clients in complex product liability matters in state and federal courts.

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 Washington
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort experience preferred
• Complex litigation, class actions, product liability and product recall 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
• 2nd chair trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Salary Range: $140,000 - $190,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work‑life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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