Managed Healthcare and Commercial Litigation Associate

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•Los Angeles, CA

5d•$155,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally. Wilson Elser's Los Angeles office is currently seeking a Managed Healthcare and Commercial Litigation Associate to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. Our firm is committed to developing professionals who value each other and the service we provide through 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 be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, or remote work opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys to grow their careers across a broad spectrum of business and consumer litigation on behalf of managed healthcare clients, including physician groups and health plans, in complex litigation and regulatory matters. The role offers a unique opportunity to work across a diverse docket, handling both sophisticated business disputes and healthcare-related litigation.

Requirements

JD from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state of California
3+ years of litigation experience, with a mix of commercial and/or healthcare defense preferred
Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
Experience handling court appearances, depositions
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

Some background in managed care, insurance defense, or healthcare litigation preferred
Familiarity with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, reimbursement disputes, provider-payor issues) preferred
Experience with arbitration and alternative dispute resolution preferred
Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
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