Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Robert Half is seeking a seasoned Contract Litigation Attorney to support our asbestos litigation team, with a particular focus on New York City Asbestos Litigation “NYCAL” matters. This role is ideal for a highly experienced litigator who brings deep expertise in asbestos-related claims and is ready to contribute meaningfully to case evaluation and settlement strategy.
Start Date: TBD (Additional details forthcoming)
Location: Hybrid – New York, NY (near Union Square)
Schedule: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote each week (40/ hours per week)
Duration: On going Contract
Compensation: $85+/ hour
Technology: All necessary equipment provided
License Requirement: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of New York
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Associate Counsel to evaluate asbestos cases ready for settlement
- Assist in negotiating settlements with plaintiff firms, ensuring outcomes align with sustainable value targets
- Support strategic resolution of grouped cases managed by leading plaintiffs’ firms
- Provide legal insight and guidance on damages assessment and settlement strategy
Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable):
- 5+ years of experience in asbestos litigation
- 2–5 years of direct experience with NYCAL litigation
- Proven ability to assess damages and negotiate settlements in asbestos cases involving:
- Mesothelioma
- Lung cancer
- Asbestosis
Active license to practice law in New York State
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills
- Deep understanding of asbestos litigation dynamics and NYCAL procedures.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating with senior legal leadership.
- Detail-oriented and committed to achieving fair, sustainable outcomes.
Job Tags
Contract work, 2 days per week,