General Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•Madison, NJ

4d•$150,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser's Madison, New Jersey office is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to join a collaborative team. The attorney will represent insurance carriers, self-insured companies, and their insureds in complex legal matters in New Jersey state and federal courts. This is a full-time position with a flexible hybrid working arrangement. The role offers opportunities to handle sophisticated matters, work alongside experienced attorneys and partners, and grow professionally within a nationally recognized firm.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice in New Jersey and good standing.
At least 5 years of insurance defense litigation experience.
Experience defending general liability, premises liability, and commercial auto liability claims.
Experience with motion practice, report writing, discovery, and depositions.
Familiarity with New Jersey court rules and eCourts filing.
Superior written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines across a busy caseload.

Nice To Haves

Trial and trial preparation experience.

Responsibilities

Independently manage a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution.
Draft pleadings, written discovery, and dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts.
Handle court appearances, case management conferences, arbitrations, and mediations.
Prepare initial, pre-trial, and status reports for clients and claims professionals.
Work with partners and other attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation.
Assist with trial preparation and trials as needed.