Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical & Dental

Generous PTO

Discount programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate in Seattle, WA. The role involves representing clients in complex toxic tort and product liability matters in state and federal courts, with a flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, admission to the Washington bar, and 2+ years of litigation experience, including drafting motions and handling court appearances.

Qualifications

• Toxic tort experience or strong interest in toxic tort/product liability

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices.
• Manage a litigation caseload independently from start to finish.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Skills

Toxic tort

Product liability

Litigation

Legal drafting

Court appearances

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate in Seattle, Washington. This role involves representing clients in complex legal challenges, including toxic tort and product liability matters, in both state and federal courts. The position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices.
• Manage a litigation caseload independently from start to finish.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Washington.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in asbestos, talc, silicosis, or related toxic torts preferred.
• Complex litigation and product liability experience preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.
• Experience with court appearances and depositions preferred.
• 2nd chair trial experience a plus.

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state of Washington.

Skills

• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and competitive compensation.
• Access to corporate discount programs.