Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker

Connecticut-Based Associate Attorney

Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to practice law in Connecticut.
  • Experience in general liability litigation.
  • Familiarity with products liability, trucking, and transportation matters.
  • Professional liability experience preferred but not required.
  • Medical malpractice experience is a plus.
  • Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
  • Strong organizational and legal project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage an active litigation caseload.
  • Collaborate with partners, attorneys, and legal support staff on litigation matters.
  • Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
  • Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients and provide case status updates.
  • Develop litigation strategy while ensuring outstanding client service.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage.
  • Flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
Full Job Description
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, providing balance that supports your professional growth and personal commitments.

The Position

Wilson Elser's Connecticut offices are seeking a motivated and collaborative Attorney to join our litigation team in either our Stamford or Hartford office.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Associate Attorney, you will:
  • Independently manage an active litigation caseload.
  • Collaborate closely with partners, attorneys, and legal support staff on a variety of litigation matters.
  • Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
  • Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely case status updates.
  • Develop litigation strategy while delivering outstanding client service.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should possess:
  • A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to practice law in the State of Connecticut.
  • General liability litigation experience.
  • Experience handling products liability, trucking, and transportation matters.
  • Professional liability experience is preferred but not required.
  • Medical malpractice experience is a plus.
  • Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
  • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational and legal project management skills.
  • The ability to independently manage a caseload while meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality legal work.


Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:

$130,000-$170,000 USD

About Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker

Wilson Elser is a full-service law firm with clients in the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, it has grown to become one of the largest law firms in the United States. The firm provides legal services in a wide range of practice areas, including aviation, construction, cybersecurity, data privacy, employment, environmental, insurance coverage, intellectual property, product liability, professional liability, real estate, and transportation. Wilson Elser has more than 800 attorneys and 38 offices in the United States and abroad. The firm is headquartered in New York City.
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