Transportation Litigation Attorney

The role

You will manage a litigation caseload in transportation law from start to finish, under the guidance of senior attorneys. You will research, draft court documents, attend hearings and negotiate settlements for a large logistics services provider.

What you will do

• Under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys, proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and standards
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the claims and litigation processes
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices

Required qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Kentucky
• 5+ years of general litigation experience
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Sophisticated technical skills

Nice to have

• Ohio and/or Indiana licensure
• Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience
• Deposition and law and motion experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement
• Mentorship and professional development

Before you apply

• Wilson Elser accepts candidate submissions from recruitment agencies 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 recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.