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Toxic Tort/Asbestos Litigation Attorney

Buffalo, NY 14202

Posted: 06/12/2026 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Healthcare Services Job Number: 8306 Pay Rate: $90,000 - $150,000

Job Description

Looking for an opportunity to handle sophisticated, high-stakes litigation while working alongside some of the most respected attorneys in the field?

Our client, a nationally recognized litigation firm, is seeking a Toxic Tort/Asbestos Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex toxic tort, asbestos, environmental, and product liability matters on behalf of major corporate and insurance clients.

The ideal candidate will enjoy developing litigation strategy, managing challenging cases, and collaborating with a team known for excellence in defense litigation.

What You`ll Do
  • Manage all phases of toxic tort and asbestos litigation from inception through resolution
  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related documents
  • Take and defend fact witness, corporate representative, and expert depositions
  • Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
  • Analyze medical, scientific, industrial hygiene, and occupational exposure evidence
  • Work closely with experts, clients, and co-counsel to evaluate liability and damages
  • Attend court appearances, mediations, settlement conferences, and arbitrations
  • Assist with trial preparation and trial proceedings as needed

Job Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in New York
  • 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
  • Experience handling toxic tort, asbestos, product liability, environmental, mass tort, insurance defense, or complex civil litigation matters is highly desirable
  • Strong deposition, motion practice, legal research, and writing skills
  • Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


Why Join This Firm?
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Exposure to sophisticated national and regional litigation matters
  • Opportunities for courtroom experience, depositions, and trial work
  • Strong mentorship and professional development support
  • Collaborative team environment with a clear path for advancement


  • Key Resource Group, LLC considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. Key Resource Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Meet Your Recruiter

Diane Prystajko-Martin
Legal Talent Acquisition Specialist

Diane joins KRG with twenty-plus years of diverse experience working in local law firms, design firms as well as local manufacturing companies, and we are thrilled to have her on our Team! Little did she know that her experience prepared her perfectly for her career as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at KRG, as she’s worked in many of the industries we serve. Diane’s keen ability to perfectly match candidates for the industries we place in is second to none. She enjoys meeting and working with new people and thrives when challenged with locating hard-to-find Candidates. Diane is an upbeat, organized, seasoned professional, and she has found her home with KRG, and we absolutely adore her.

Diane graduated from Erie Community College with a degree in Office Management and Information Technology. When she’s not spending time with her husband, family, and friends, you’ll find her walking her bulldog, practicing yoga, and reading. Diane is also the proprietor of an Etsy shop where she sells minerals and crystals.

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