Transportation Litigation Associate

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•Atlanta, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser is seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to represent a large international logistics services provider. The role involves handling challenging litigation matters in the transportation sector, applying relevant regulations, and advising clients on emerging legal issues. The attorney will work under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys and collaborate with colleagues across the firm. The position is based in the firm’s Atlanta office and offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Requirements

JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admitted to practice in the state of Georgia.
3–8 years of general casualty litigation experience.
Deposition and motion practice experience.
Superior analytical skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Sophisticated technical skills.

Nice To Haves

Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience.
Experience with emerging e-commerce or gig economy legal issues.
Trial experience.

Responsibilities

Proactively manage a litigation caseload and help oversee cases from beginning to end under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys.
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.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices.
Draft case analysis reports for client stakeholders and develop proactive resolution strategies.