We are a national plaintiffs' law firm that exclusively represents victims of mesothelioma. Our firm is based in St. Louis with thirteen offices across the country and rapidly growing teams. With over eighty attorneys and two hundred seventy total employees, we are dedicated to maximizing the recovery of our deserving clients.
What we're looking for: Our St. Louis, MO office is seeking to hire a Litigation Associate to support our growing clientele. We are looking for energetic, driven, detail-oriented people for this on-site position.
Our cases are complex, frequently involving dozens of defendants. We often achieve multi-million dollar recoveries for our clients. Because of our complex litigation and commitment to our clients, our firm is 100% on site. This allows for a collaborative, open-door environment where we can work together to effectively represent and advocate for our clients.
As an associate in the St. Louis office, you will learn all aspects of asbestos litigation. 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 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 Missouri bar, or eligibility for reciprocity (Illinois admission is a bonus);
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, along with case management. Prior asbestos (plaintiffs' side) experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates with judicial clerkship experience are encouraged to apply.
Please submit a writing sample with your resume. We would like to see original work (a brief or memo) that demonstrates your aptitude in legal research and analysis.
Benefits
So, if you are a Litigation Attorney with the above experience with Mesothelioma Plaintiff cases, please apply today or email me directly at brad.trombly@cybercoders.com
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Employees will receive paid leave to the extent required by state or local law. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/19/2024 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.
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