Associate Attorney

Job Posting: Toxic Torts Attorney Location: Hybrid - Irvine, CA Job Type: Full-Time Practice Area: Toxic Torts / Asbestos / Silica

Position Overview
Our firm is seeking a motivated Attorney with strong litigation or pre-litigation experience to join our growing Toxic Torts team. Prior experience in toxic torts, asbestos, or silica is not required -we provide full training and mentorship. This is a great opportunity for an attorney with a background in general liability, insurance defense, or related areas who is eager to expand their practice into a specialized field.

In this role, you will manage a diverse caseload, work directly with clients, and gain hands-on experience handling cases from inception through resolution. You'll be supported by a collaborative team while developing the skills needed to excel in toxic tort litigation.

Key Responsibilities

Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pre-litigation strategy, discovery, motions, and trial preparation

Represent clients in state and federal courts, arbitration, mediation, and other forums

Draft and review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other legal documents

Provide practical, solutions-focused legal advice to clients

Negotiate settlements and help resolve disputes efficiently and effectively

Develop strategies to minimize client risk and exposure

Qualifications

2+ years of litigation experience (toxic torts experience a plus, but not required )

Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision

Strong negotiation, communication, and legal writing skills

Background in insurance defense, general liability, or employment defense helpful but not required

Licensed to practice in California and in good standing

J.D. from an accredited law school

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and professional development opportunities, including training in toxic tort litigation

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Bonus opportunities

Flexible hybrid schedule - 2 days on-site

How to Apply: Apply on-line, or send your resume in confidence to . We look forward to reviewing your application!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.