Associate Attorney (Mass Tort & Environmental)

Everyone says they want to stand up to the Goliaths of the world … We are looking for people who actually will.

With over $4.1 billion dollars in verdicts and settlements, PARRIS Law Firm has built a reputation as relentless trial attorneys fiercely fighting on behalf of our clients. Our strategic and innovative approach to litigation is fostered by a professional and collaborative working environment of highly skilled legal professionals.

PARRIS Law Firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join our Mass Tort and Environmental team. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact environmental litigation involving large-scale tort claims, regulatory issues, and multi-party actions.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. They must also be an analytical thinker and collaborative team member who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure litigation environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of mass tort and environmental litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation related to environmental exposure and liability issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staff
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel

• 3-7 years of litigation experience in mass torts, environmental law, toxic torts, or complex civil litigation
• Active license and in good standing with the State Bar of California
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience managing discovery and motion practice
• Effective time-management and prioritization skills in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-based practice