General Liability - Of Counsel Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•San Francisco, CA

3d•$190,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About 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. Discover our newly renovated San Francisco office! Take a virtual tour and explore our building amenities. This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Requirements

JD from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state of California
8+ 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
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

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

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