Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate

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.

About the Role

Our Seattle office is seeking a Toxic Tort/Product Liability Associate to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement.

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.

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 firm
• 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
• 2nd chair trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Pay

Salary Range: $140,000 USD - $190,000 USD. A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match
• Corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful work handling sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative culture that values mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid flexibility supporting work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package