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Asbestos Litigation Senior Counsel (Defense)

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$200,000 - 220,000 yearly

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Job Description - Asbestos Litigation Senior Counsel (Defense)

Our client, an Am Law 100 firm, is hiring a Senior Counsel to join its Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation practice group. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of asbestos defense litigation experience and be ready to take on a strategic role in managing complex litigation matters. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a top-tier national practice and work alongside recognized leaders in the field.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all phases of asbestos defense litigation, including depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Develop legal strategies and collaborate closely with internal teams and clients
  • Argue motions and participate in court proceedings
  • Take and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses
  • Draft pleadings, discovery responses, legal memoranda, and motions
  • Ensure compliance with court deadlines and internal case milestones
  • Advise clients on litigation risks and resolution strategies

Required Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Active California Bar license
  • Must reside in California (remote work eligible for in-state candidates)
  • Minimum 10 years of asbestos litigation experience (defense side only)
  • Experience from a top national law firm or elite litigation group
  • Strong academic background and stable employment history
  • Excellent courtroom, advocacy, and legal writing skills
  • No freelance, temporary, or plaintiff-side backgrounds considered

💼 Salary & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $200,000 – $220,000 (DOE)
  • Bonus: Annual performance-based
  • Work Flexibility: Remote or in-office in CA
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • CLE, Bar Dues, and Licensing Covered
  • Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities
  • High-visibility work on nationally significant litigation matters

 
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