Toxic Tort/Asbestos Associate Attorney

About the role

The Philadelphia, PA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Toxic Tort and Asbestos practices. As pioneers in toxic tort defense, Lewis Brisbois has been at the forefront of asbestos and chemical exposure litigation since the 1980s. The firm has significant experience defending claims involving exposure to asbestos, benzene, diacetyl, carbon monoxide, and other chemical products. Our asbestos litigation practice spans over four decades, representing clients in state and federal courts nationwide. We serve as national coordinating counsel, regional counsel, and local counsel for a wide range of defendants, including manufacturers, distributors, contractors, premises owners, and entities in industries such as shipbuilding, energy, education, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of toxic tort and asbestos litigation
• Manage cases, including motion practice and discovery
• Conduct hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials

Requirements

• 1–7 years of experience in toxic tort and asbestos litigation
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (required)
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (required)
• Admission to the Delaware Bar (preferred)

Qualifications

• Strong research and writing skills
• Substantive litigation experience
• Demonstrated interest in toxic tort law

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match