A nationally recognized plaintiff litigation firm is seeking a Bilingual Associate Attorney (Spanish) to join its established toxic tort and mass tort litigation practice. This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys client interaction, depositions, and litigation while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing serious health challenges.
As a member of the firm's deposition team, you will represent clients nationwide, conduct client and witness interviews, prepare and take depositions, and collaborate with a highly experienced litigation team. This role offers significant client contact, nationwide litigation exposure, strong mentorship, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Represent individuals in complex toxic tort and personal injury litigation matters.
- Conduct client consultations and witness interviews in both English and Spanish.
- Prepare cases from intake through deposition and ongoing litigation support.
- Conduct fact witness and client depositions.
- Review medical, employment, Social Security, military, union, and other relevant records.
- Prepare deposition summaries and litigation-related documentation.
- Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support professionals.
- Travel extensively throughout the United States to meet with clients and witnesses.
- Provide compassionate and client-focused legal representation to individuals and families facing serious illnesses.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Missouri or Illinois Bar admission preferred.
- Residence in Missouri, Illinois, Florida, Louisiana, California, New York, or Washington, D.C. preferred.
- 2 to 5 years of litigation, personal injury, toxic tort, mass tort, or deposition experience.
- Fluency in Spanish required.
- Excellent legal writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong deposition and client interviewing experience preferred.
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively (approximately 80%).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $75,000 to $120,000, depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Pet insurance
- Identity theft protection
- Wellness and fitness benefits
Why Join Us?
- Join a highly respected national litigation practice.
- Gain extensive deposition and client-facing experience.
- Work on meaningful cases that positively impact clients and their families.
- Receive mentorship from experienced trial attorneys and litigators.
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Competitive compensation and robust employee benefits.
Compensation: $75,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.