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As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for toxic tort attorney in the United States is $134,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $169,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Toxic Tort Attorneys frequently handle cases involving exposure to hazardous chemicals, pharmaceuticals, asbestos, mold, or other toxic substances, representing either individual plaintiffs or corporate defendants. Clients may include individuals, groups affected by environmental hazards, manufacturers, property owners, or insurers. Day-to-day, you might conduct legal research, work with scientific experts, manage discovery, and negotiate settlements or proceed to trial. Collaboration is often required with colleagues in environmental law, medical professionals, and investigators to build a strong case. This diversity in cases and teamwork makes the role both challenging and rewarding, offering opportunities to develop expertise in a specialized and impactful area of law.

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To thrive as a Toxic Tort Attorney, you need a deep understanding of environmental law, scientific and medical concepts, strong litigation skills, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with an active bar license. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management systems, and expert witness coordination is common in this role. Exceptional analytical thinking, persuasive communication, and attention to detail help attorneys stand out when handling large, complex cases. These abilities are crucial for effectively representing clients in challenging cases involving exposure to hazardous substances and securing favorable outcomes.

What is a Toxic Tort Attorney job?

A Toxic Tort Attorney represents individuals or groups harmed by exposure to hazardous substances such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or environmental pollutants. They handle cases involving consumer product toxicity, workplace exposure, and environmental contamination. Their work includes investigating claims, gathering expert testimony, negotiating settlements, and litigating in court to secure compensation for victims.

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Infographic showing various Toxic Tort Attorney job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,221 per year, or $64.5 per hour.
Toxic Tort & Environmental Associate Attorney

Toxic Tort & Environmental Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois

San Bernardino, CA • Hybrid

$135K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

The San Bernardino, CA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Toxic Tort & Environmental Practice.  

The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least one (1) to seven (7) years of experience in all phases of toxic tort and environmental litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the California Bar is required.

Lewis Brisbois’ representation of its clients, both in toxic tort and environmental matters, extends to state, federal, and administrative hearings and trials, including Superfund multi-site litigation and coordinated Federal Multi-District Litigation. We represent generators, landowners, municipalities, and site operators, from multi-national corporations to family-owned local companies. The diversity of the firm's environmental practice is reflected in its clients. Clients range from individuals, partnerships, and closely held corporations to Fortune 500 companies. The client base includes both foreign and domestic companies, governmental agencies, manufacturing, and real estate development companies as well as foreign and domestic insurance carriers. The firm is frequently selected to represent clients as National Counsel in mass tort and products liability litigation, including asbestos cases, automotive litigation (rollover cases), dietary supplements (L-Tryptophan, ephedra), etc.

Although we would prefer that you have some experience in toxic tort and environmental law, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in toxic tort and environmental law, and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.


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