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We are looking for a dedicated Associate Deposition Attorney to join our legal team in Edwardsville, Illinois. In this role, you will represent clients impacted by asbestos exposure, manage case preparation, and oversee depositions. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by advocating for individuals facing serious health challenges.
Job Responsibility:
Represent clients suffering from asbestos-related injuries, ensuring their cases are handled with care and professionalism
Collaborate with colleagues to prepare assigned asbestos disease cases, working effectively within a team environment
Travel extensively, approximately 80% of the time, to meet clients, witnesses, and gather critical information
Conduct thorough reviews of records including Social Security, medical, military, and union documentation to support case development
Plan and execute depositions of fact witnesses, ensuring all testimonies are accurately summarized
Support clients compassionately, adapting to their needs and health circumstances
Perform legal research and writing to strengthen case arguments and documentation
Maintain organizational skills to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with clients, witnesses, and team members
Stay informed about industrial and medical information relevant to asbestos litigation
Requirements:
Possess 2-10 years of experience as an attorney, with a preference for personal injury or asbestos litigation expertise
Hold a license to practice law in Illinois and successfully complete all pre-employment requirements
Demonstrate proficiency in legal procedures related to case signups, depositions, and testimony
Exhibit strong skills in legal research, writing, and the use of Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook
Display excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients and team members
Show compassion and understanding for clients facing serious illnesses
Be self-motivated, well-organized, and capable of problem-solving and strategic thinking
Adapt to client needs based on health status and maintain a responsive approach to case management
What we offer:
Generous package including medical, dental and vision
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance