Location: Culver City, CA
Position summary: L&W Recruiting, on behalf of a national plaintiff‑side law firm, seeks a Plaintiff's Attorney to handle asbestos/mesothelioma matters in the Culver City office. The successful candidate will manage plaintiff‑side asbestos and related personal injury cases through all phases of litigation, advocate for clients in hearings and trials as needed, and collaborate with colleagues and experts to develop and implement case strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of asbestos/mesothelioma and related plaintiff personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
- Conduct factual and legal investigation, including review of medical records, employment histories, exposure evidence, and expert reports.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other court filings; prepare settlement documentation.
- Prepare for and conduct depositions; prepare witnesses and experts for testimony and defend depositions when necessary.
- Handle hearings, case management conferences, trial preparation, and courtroom appearances.
- Develop litigation strategy, participate in case planning and settlement negotiations, and coordinate with co‑counsel and retained experts.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, medical providers, and case stakeholders; maintain organized case files and meet calendaring and procedural deadlines.
- Collaborate with colleagues and provide mentorship as appropriate to support firm objectives and client service.
Required qualifications:
- Active license to practice law in California.
- Preferably a minimum of 2+ years of direct experience in mesothelioma or asbestos litigation; candidates with plaintiff‑side experience in medical malpractice, product liability, construction defect, premises liability, or other personal injury litigation will be considered.
- Demonstrated litigation skills, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, and courtroom experience.
- Ability to manage a high‑volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and professional client‑management abilities.
Preferred qualifications:
- Trial experience or significant courtroom exposure in plaintiff‑side matters.
- Experience coordinating with medical and technical experts and managing complex medical and exposure evidence.
- Demonstrated commitment to client advocacy and professional development within a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
Compensation & benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with bonus potential and performance‑based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Regular performance reviews and opportunities for advancement, including partnership track for qualified candidates.
About the firm: The client is a national plaintiff‑side practice committed to providing high‑quality, compassionate legal representation to individuals affected by asbestos exposure. The firm emphasizes collaborative litigation, thorough case preparation, and strategic pursuit of client‑focused outcomes.