Our client, a National Plaintiffs' law firm that exclusively represents victims of mesothelioma, is seeking a Litigation Attorney for its NY Office. The firm is seeking a candidate with 1+ years of Plaintiff-side experience, ideally dealing with asbestos or mesothelioma cases.
The successful candidate should be a quick study as you will need to become familiar with various sources of asbestos exposure and the basic medical terminology associated with mesothelioma. You will be responsible for case investigation, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, document review, drafting and arguing motions, and preparing cases for trial. The successful candidate will serve as a second or third chair during trials with the potential to first chair trials after gaining sufficient experience.
Our work involves a lot of client contact, which brings us into the lives of families going through the most stressful time of their lives. Empathy and the ability to build rapport with people from varied backgrounds are keys to success in this position.
Qualifications:
- J.D. from ABA accredited institution and admission to NY bar, or eligibility for reciprocity;
- 1+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury work; ideally with asbestos or mesothelioma cases.
- Strong academic record;
- Excellent legal research and writing abilities;
- Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships;
- Willingness to travel frequently;
- Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients;
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize;
- Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment;
- Commitment to plaintiff work.
Preferred Experience:
- Experienced attorneys ideally have some trial, research and writing, and deposition experience. Prior asbestos (plaintiffs’ side) experience is preferred, but not required. Will also consider Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Mass Torts, Catastrophic Liability, or Product Liability experience.
- A writing sample will be required