Description:
Litigation Attorney – NationwideNational plaintiffs' firm seeking a Trial Attorney motivated to help those injured as a result of corporate misconduct.
Our cases are complex, fast paced, and involve numerous defendants and substantial settlements and verdicts. Ours is a collaborative, open-door environment where we work together to effectively advocate for our clients.
As a Trial Attorney, you will learn all aspects of asbestos litigation and quickly become responsible for handling cases. Case management responsibilities include written discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing motions, and trial work as first chair. A desire for trial work is necessary, as well as the ability to travel frequently.
Our work involves significant 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 an ABA accredited institution and admission to relevant bar;
- Prior experience in plaintiffs' civil litigation, such as trial (jury/bench), motion work, depositions, pleadings, briefs, settlement negotiations, etc.
- Experience in plaintiffs' asbestos law is a bonus, as well as personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, or medical malpractice.
- Excellent legal research and writing abilities;
- Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships;
- Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients;
- Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment;
- Commitment to plaintiff work, while demonstrating good judgement;
We are a national firm with multiple locations. This role will likely support multiple teams; therefore, we are flexible on a candidate's location. Those that do not have previous asbestos experience will need to be located near one of our offices.
Office Locations:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Emeryville, CA
- Tampa, FL
- Chicago, IL
- Edwardsville, IL
- St. Louis, MO
- West Orange, NJ
- New York, NY
- Portland, OR
- Philadelphia, PA
- Mount Pleasant, SC
Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid parking. In addition, we offer a 401(k) program and short and long term disability insurance.
Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
