Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate

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

Requirements

• 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
• 2 nd chair trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
• Salary Range:
• $140,000 - $190,000 USD
• Why Join Wilson Elser?
• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Benefits

Additional Information

At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally. 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.

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