Asbestos Litigation Associate in Oak Brook

Job Description

Job Title: Toxic Tort/Asbestos Attorney (DEFENSE)

Job Type: Full-Time, In-Office

About Us: GPAC has partnered with a leading Chicago law firm specializing in transportation insurance defense and asbestos litigation. Their team is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for their clients. They pride themselves on their commitment to professional excellence and a collaborative work environment.

Job Description: Seeking to add an experienced attorney to our asbestos and/or toxic tort practice group for litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Handle local and national accounts throughout the state of Illinois.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel; experience with e-filing.
• Trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

 Candidate Requirements: 

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following practice areas: complex litigation, toxic tort liability, or environmental liability.   
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of Illinois.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in expert depositions.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze complex matters.

*Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer low billables, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k). 

Please send your resume to kevin.mccarty@gogpac.com and/or call 630-581-2887.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.