Role Description

We are seeking a Toxic Tort Attorney to join our firm as an Associate in our Walnut Creek office. The role involves representing clients in complex litigation related to exposure to hazardous substances, including asbestos, silica, mold, pesticides, and other environmental pollutants resulting in personal injuries. This is a hybrid position in our new Walnut Creek office.

Essential job duties include:

  • Handling a caseload of toxic tort lawsuits, including individual and mass tort claims.
  • Drafting pleadings, original motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
  • Speaking with scientists, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to support litigation.
  • Communicating and preparing status reports to clients.
  • Conducting thorough investigations, including gathering medical records, reviewing scientific studies, and legal research to build a strong case for clients.
  • Advocating for clients in depositions, court hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations as required.

A successful candidate will also:

  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be skilled in legal research and analysis.
  • Have superb administrative skills.
  • Possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Be diligent, driven, and eager to learn.
  • Possess the ability to take ownership of their work.

Qualifications

  • An active California bar license
  • A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
  • 4-7 years of toxic tort litigation experience
  • Strong knowledge of environmental laws, personal injury, and product liability
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills

Featured benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) and Company Match
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Paid vacation
  • 8 to 10 paid holidays
  • Hybrid work environment

Interview Process Timeline

Application
Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter using LinkedIn Easy Apply.

Screening Call
Our HR Director will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-minute phone screening.

In-Person or Virtual Interview
Here you’ll meet the hiring team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm.

Offer
Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

We are a full-service, modern law firm located in ten cities across the country. We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming, professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a positive work environment. We have been successful for more than 39 years because of our wonderful team.

Tressler has been named to the prestigious U.S. News and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past five years and we are “Client Recommended” by A.M. Best. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.

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