General Liability Associate Attorney
About The Position
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. 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 in our Philadelphia Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. The Position Key Responsibilities: Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects Regularly handle court appearances and depositions Communicate with clients and provide status reports Assist with discovery requests and responses Draft pretrial motions Efficiently conduct legal research Assist in preparation of cases for trial
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey
- 3+ years of litigation defense experience required
- Experience with general liability and transportation defense
- Strong knowledge of rules of evidence and procedure required
- Excellent written and analytical skills and a strong attention to detail are required
Nice To Haves
- Federal court practice is a plus
Responsibilities
- Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
- Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
- Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
- Assist with discovery requests and responses
- Draft pretrial motions
- Efficiently conduct legal research
- Assist in preparation of cases for trial
Benefits
- Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
- Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
