Transportation Litigation Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•Seattle, WA

25d•$190,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Senior Associate or Of Counsel to work on our firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Requirements

JD from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state of Washington
5-7+ years of general casualty litigation experience
Trial experience required
Deposition and motion practice experience required
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Sophisticated technical skills necessary

Nice To Haves

First and/or second chair experience strongly desired
Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal documents, and other legal documents
Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies.