Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker

Transportation Litigation Attorney

Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker • $90K — $130K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
6 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania
  • 3-8 years of general casualty litigation experience
  • Preferred experience in transportation logistics and regulatory issues
  • Experience with emerging e-commerce legal matters is a plus
  • Required deposition and motion practice skills
  • Trial experience is preferred
  • Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills
  • Proficient technical skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage litigation caseload under senior attorney supervision
  • Conduct legal research on transportation laws and regulations
  • Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions
  • Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
  • Negotiate settlements and agreements for clients
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments
  • Draft case analysis reports for client stakeholders

Benefits

  • Opportunities for meaningful work with experienced attorneys
  • Supportive and collaborative culture focused on mentorship
  • Long-term growth opportunities within a nationally recognized firm
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Access to corporate discount programs and additional employee perks
Full Job Description
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on our firm's representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector 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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys, proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
  • Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
  • Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
  • Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
  • Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies


Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in the state of Pennsylvania
  • 3-8 years of general casualty litigation experience
  • Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
  • Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
  • Deposition and motion practice experience required
  • Trial experience preferred
  • Superior analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Sophisticated technical skills necessary


  • 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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