Experience in catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, and other general liability matters
Strong written and oral communication skills
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
Flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement
Outstanding benefits package including 401(k) match
Generous PTO plan
Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Access to corporate discount plans
Full Job Description
This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers with litigation experience who are looking to grow in their careers and take on increased and substantive defense litigation-based responsibilities.
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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 as part of a team, 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 California
2+ years of defense litigation
Experience with catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or other general liability matters
Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
2nd chair trial experience a plus
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
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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:
$155,000-$210,000 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.
