Toxic Tort / Latent Injury Attorney at DEGAN BLANCHARD & NASH A PROFE

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Toxic Tort Litigation, Latent Injury Litigation, Trial Experience, Legal Research, Pleadings Drafting, Discovery Responses, Motions Drafting, Client Representation, Defense Strategies, Legal Guidance, Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Ethical Standards

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Are you an experienced and motivated attorney with experience in toxic tort and latent injury litigation, including meaningful trial work? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-minded environment? If so, Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) invites you to join our dynamic team. At DBN, we value initiative, strong advocacy, and a commitment to professional excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work on complex, high-exposure toxic tort and latent injury matters, representing a diverse range of clients while contributing meaningfully to a supportive and innovative practice. Managing a sophisticated caseload involving toxic tort, latent injury, environmental exposure, and complex product liability matters. Conducting comprehensive legal research and drafting high-quality pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and briefs. Representing clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. Developing and executing effective defense strategies rooted in scientific, medical, and technical evidence. Providing strategic legal guidance to clients, insurers, and internal stakeholders. Collaborating with colleagues and experts—including medical, industrial hygiene, and engineering professionals—to drive favorable outcomes. Staying current on legal developments affecting toxic tort and environmental litigation. Requirements Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Louisiana State Bar and in good standing. Experience in insurance defense litigation, including trial experience. Strong analytical, research, and writing skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. High level of professionalism and ethical standards. Benefit Highlights: Participation in bonus programs Life Insurance: We provide $50,000 coverage at no cost to the employee. Long-Term Disability Insurance: Also provided at no cost to the employee. Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans through BCBS 401(k) Retirement Plan: with an annual discretionary match HSA with Firm Contribution Dependent Care FSA Unlimited PTO Flexible Work Schedules Additional Supplemental insurances are also available Equal Opportunity Employer: Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. DBN makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) participates in E-Verify and Right to Work to confirm identity and employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

The attorney will manage a sophisticated caseload involving toxic tort and latent injury matters, conducting legal research and representing clients in various legal proceedings. They will also develop defense strategies and collaborate with experts to achieve favorable outcomes.