Asbestos Attorney (New York Office) at The Gori Law Firm
New York, NY 10017
About the Job
The Gori Law Firm
Asbestos Attorney (New York Office)
Employee Job Description
Position Title: Asbestos Attorney (New York Office)
Reports To: Supervising Attorney
Position: Full Time; Salary Exempt
Supervisor Role: No
Overall Descriptions of the Position:
An asbestos attorney is responsible for conducting depositions of fact and expert witnesses; developing, sending, and responding to discovery; effectively communicating with clients; researching and drafting motions and briefs; and generally working up an asbestos-disease case from intake to trial.
Position Requirements:
- 2-4 years attorney experience - asbestos experience preferred
- Proficient in MS Office Applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Self-motivated and well-organized
- Ability to problem solve and strategize
- Compassion for helping terminally sick clients
- Adaptable and responsive to client needs based on health status
Position Duties (including, but not limited to):
- Assist Supervising Attorney with case work up and motions
- Conduct client and witness interviews to obtain and evaluate information
- Depose witnesses and clients
- Appear in court as needed
- Assist with Plaintiff's discovery preparation
- Assist in returning and responding to client and defense counsel communication
- Gather and analyze information by examining records such as Social Security, Medical, Military, and Union records
- Delegate assignments to team paralegals and legal assistants
Education, Certificates and Licenses:
- Licensed to practice Law in the State of New York (required) and State of New Jersey and Pennsylvania (preferred)
- Must be able to pass pre-employment background check
Compensation details: 150000-225000
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