Asbestos Associate Attorney

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Saint Louis, MO

Asbestos Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

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Job Overview

A national insurance defense law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience in asbestos litigation to join its growing St. Louis office. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-exposure toxic tort and complex litigation matters in a collaborative and professional team environment. The ideal candidate is licensed in both Missouri and Illinois and brings strong litigation and case management skills.

Location

  • St. Louis, Missouri

Duties

  • Manage a substantial caseload involving asbestos and toxic tort defense

  • Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda

  • Conduct depositions of plaintiffs, witnesses, and expert witnesses

  • Attend court appearances, mediations, and settlement conferences

  • Draft case evaluations and detailed status reports for clients

  • Conduct legal research and analysis in support of litigation strategy

  • Collaborate with partners, support staff, and clients in managing case progression

Requirements

  • 2 to 5 years of experience in asbestos litigation or general insurance defense

  • Admitted to practice in both Missouri and Illinois state and federal courts

  • Additional state bar admissions are a plus

  • Experience managing case files in a fast-paced litigation environment

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

  • Active licenses to practice law in Missouri and Illinois (required)

Skills

  • Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases efficiently

  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities

  • Proficiency in both state and federal court procedures

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based compensation structure

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment

  • Access to experienced legal support staff and firm-wide resources

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Advanced legal technology and full-time IT support

  • Marketing and business development support

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