Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate

Attorneys • Seattle, WA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Washington
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Asbestos, talc, silicosis, diacetyl, benzene, or related toxic tort experience preferred
• Complex litigation, class actions, product liability and product recall experience preferred
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
• 2 nd chair trial experience a plus

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree