General Liability Associate Attorney

The role

Handle a litigation caseload from start to finish in general liability, premises liability, personal injury, tort and insurance defense matters. Work with attorneys and partners, appear in court, take depositions, and report status to clients.

What you will do

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
• Work closely with other attorneys and partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in New York
• 3-8 years litigation experience, including general liability, personal injury, premises liability, and insurance defense
• Ability to integrate into a fast-team-oriented environment

Nice to have

• Experience in trucking-related litigation, construction/labor law, and/or transportation matters
• Understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law §§200, 240, 241)
• Experience with OSHA proceedings
• Legal project management experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Access to corporate discount programs

Before you apply

• Wilson Elser participates in E-Verify; work authorization is confirmed for new hires

About the company

A national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide. It is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.