Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker

Litigation Associate Attorney

Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker • $110K — $130K *
Washington, DC 20011In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Washington D.C. and Maryland
  • 4+ years of defense litigation experience
  • Experience in general liability or commercial litigation
  • Preferred experience in Medical Malpractice
  • Proven skills in drafting discovery and pretrial motions
  • Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Support litigation cases from start to finish, including strategy and trial prep
  • Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and briefs in state and federal courts
  • Conduct and defend depositions of parties and witnesses
  • Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to requests
  • Represent clients at legal hearings, mediations, and arbitration
  • Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop effective litigation strategies
  • Provide clients with regular updates and strategic advice
  • Assist with trial prep activities, including witness and exhibit preparation
  • Work with a team of attorneys and support staff to ensure case efficiency

Benefits

  • Meaningful work on sophisticated legal matters
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Opportunities for long-term career advancement
  • Hybrid role promoting work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits including competitive compensation and PTO
  • Access to various employee discount programs
Full Job Description
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:
  • Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case strategy development, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
  • Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts.
  • Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
  • Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
  • Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
  • In collaboration with senior attorneys and clients, develop litigation strategies in identifying key issues, evaluating risk, and driving matters toward favorable outcomes.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, providing clear case assessments, litigation updates, and strategic recommendations.
  • Work closely with attorneys across offices on complex matters involving general liability, premises liability, transportation, and insurance-related claims.
  • Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and coordination with experts.
  • Collaborate other attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff to ensure efficient case management.

Qualifications
  • JD from an ABA accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Washington D.C. and Maryland
  • 4+ years of defense litigation experience
  • Experience with litigation involving general liability or commercial litigation
  • Medical Malpractice experience is preferred
  • Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions a must
  • Superior analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Sophisticated technical skills necessary
  • 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.
Learn more about Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker
Industry
Legal & Accounting
Founded
1978
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