Mass Torts Counsel Attorney – Illinois License Required – Remote
Firm Description:
Our client is a transatlantic Am Law 100 firm with more than 1,300 attorneys across 37 offices in the United States and United Kingdom. Formed through a strategic merger, the firm combines deep regional roots with global reach, offering sophisticated counsel across sectors such as financial services, technology, energy, healthcare, and real estate. It is particularly well known for its work with investment managers, multinational corporations, and public entities. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that emphasizes innovation, integrated solutions, and long-term client partnerships.
Position Description:
Are you ready to take ownership of sophisticated litigation while working alongside one of the country's premier Mass Torts litigation teams?
Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking an Illinois licensed attorney to join its nationally recognized Mass Torts Practice Group as Counsel.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a litigation attorney with experience in asbestos, talc, toxic tort, or product liability matters who is looking to handle sophisticated, high-profile litigation within a national practice that serves as trial counsel, national coordinating counsel, and local counsel in complex product liability matters throughout the United States. The practice is supported by experienced litigators, in-house medical and scientific professionals, and advanced litigation support resources designed to help attorneys successfully manage complex cases from inception through resolution.
If you're looking for meaningful responsibility, sophisticated litigation, and the flexibility to work remotely while continuing to develop your career within a nationally respected litigation platform, this opportunity deserves a closer look.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Counsel-level position offering significant responsibility and autonomy
• Join a nationally recognized Mass Torts practice handling sophisticated asbestos, talc, toxic tort, and product liability litigation
• Work on complex matters from initial case strategy through resolution
• Practice regularly serves as trial counsel, national coordinating counsel, and local counsel in significant product liability litigation throughout the United States
• Supported by experienced trial lawyers, in-house medical and scientific professionals, and dedicated litigation support resources
• Remote work arrangements considered
• Part-time and flexible work schedules will also be considered
• Competitive compensation of $150,000 to $215,000, depending on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and discretionary bonus opportunity
Responsibilities
You will independently manage sophisticated litigation matters while collaborating with experienced attorneys to develop strategic approaches that deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Responsibilities include:
• Managing asbestos, talc, toxic tort, and product liability litigation through all phases of the litigation process
• Handling discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and other substantive litigation responsibilities
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other complex legal filings
• Conducting legal research and applying procedural rules and case law to develop effective litigation strategies
• Working directly with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and litigation support professionals
• Collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop strategic case plans
• Traveling periodically for depositions, hearings, court appearances, and other litigation proceedings
Qualifications
• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active Illinois Bar license in good standing
• Approximately 3 to 5 years of experience handling toxic tort, asbestos, talc, product liability, or comparable complex litigation
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to independently manage an active litigation caseload while working effectively within a collaborative team environment
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $150,000 to $215,000
In addition, the firm offers:
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Remote work arrangements considered
• Part-time and flexible scheduling options based on business needs
Location
Preference is given to attorneys located in or near the Chicago metropolitan area. However, remote work arrangements will be considered for qualified candidates. Periodic travel is required for depositions, hearings, court appearances, and other litigation proceedings.
If you're an Illinois licensed litigator looking to advance your career within a nationally respected Mass Torts practice while taking on sophisticated litigation with meaningful autonomy, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Meet Your Recruiter
Ana A. Bird
Director of Recruiting
