Asbestos Associate Attorney for Top Law Firm - NYC (Temporary)

Our client is a top law firm with offices internationally - our client's New York office is seeking an Attorney (on a temporary or temp to perm basis) to work with their practice focused on the defense of complex product liability matters (environmental, asbestos, talc, etc.) and commercial disputes, working with policyholders, brokers, our client's London Market, and other domestic and international insurers in this space and in relation to other latent type insurance claims.

Responsibilities

• Taking depositions, attending hearings, and mediations as required;
• Drafting pleadings and briefs;
• Preparing correspondence to colleagues and clients;
• Conducting legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis;
• Drafting interrogatories and document demands;
• Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation;
• Submitting filings to the court.

Education and Experience

• J.D./LLM;
• Admission to practice in NY OR CT is required;
• Commercial litigation experience is required;
• Asbestos/toxic tort experience is ideal;
• Court room experience including motions is required;
• Trial experience is required.

Skills and Ability

• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills:
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Please apply with your resume