Senior Trial Attorney

The role

Handle insurance defense and other litigation cases from intake through trial. Work on premises liability, general liability, auto, construction (NYS Labor Law) and labor law matters.

What you will do

• Independently manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, auto/transportation liability, construction (NYS Labor Law) and other litigation.
• Handle all aspects of insurance defense litigation through trial.
• Conduct and defend depositions, handle court appearances and motion practice.
• Prepare and examine witnesses.
• Work with other attorneys, team members and Partners on legal projects and case strategy.
• Communicate with clients: status reports, advice and counsel on case developments.
• Take part in trial strategy discussions and prepare trial exhibits and evidence.
• Manage client expectations and keep clients informed.

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York.
• At least 8 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters, insurance defense, premises liability and/or general liability.
• Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions and trials.
• Superior analytical skills and strategic thinking.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting complex legal documents.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly.

Nice to have

• Demonstrated trial experience with personal injury, general liability or tort cases.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

Before you apply

• Recruitment agencies can submit candidates only with an active, signed fee agreement and portal access.

About the company

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. It is ranked among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.