Preferred experience with general liability, premises, transportation, or insurance litigation
Must have experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Sophisticated technical skills
Court appearances, depositions, and trial experience preferred
Responsibilities
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal documents
Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices
Independently manage a litigation caseload
Communicate with clients and provide status reports
Benefits
Hybrid work arrangements for work-life balance
Outstanding benefits package with 401k match and PTO
Ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement
Access to corporate discount plans and employee perks
Full Job Description
If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our General Liability Associate Attorney position inour Birmingham, AL office.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.
This is a hybrid position offering great flexibility.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end.
Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
Qualifications
JD from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state of Alabama
2+ years of defense litigation experience
Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, transportation, or insurance preferred.
Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions a must.
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Sophisticated technical skills necessary
Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
Why Join Wilson Elser?
Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
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.
