Commercial and Civil Defense Associate Attorney

The role

Independently manage a litigation caseload from start to finish, covering commercial litigation, general liability and other liability defense matters. Work with attorneys and Partners on case strategy and represent clients in depositions, court appearances and discovery.

What you will do

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Handle complex matters such as business disputes, contract disputes, negligence claims and premises liability
• Work with attorneys and Partners on case strategy, legal projects and litigation initiatives
• Conduct and defend depositions, attend court appearances and represent clients in litigation
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including drafting and responding to requests and preparing witnesses
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and pretrial motions
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop litigation strategies
• Communicate regularly with clients with case updates and strategic recommendations
• Evaluate case exposure, assess potential liability and develop strategies for favorable outcomes

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in New York and in good standing
• 1+ years of commercial and/or liability defense litigation experience
• Experience handling commercial litigation, general liability and/or other liability defense matters
• Strong knowledge of rules of evidence, civil procedure and litigation practices
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to independently manage a caseload while working collaboratively with attorneys and Partners

Nice to have

• Familiarity with business disputes, contract disputes, negligence claims, premises liability and other civil litigation matters

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Discretionary bonuses
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
• Hybrid flexibility to support work-life balance
• Mentorship and professional development

Before you apply

• Recruitment agencies may submit candidates only with a current signed fee agreement and portal access
• The firm participates in E-Verify and checks work authorization for new hires

About the company

Wilson Elser is 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 and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal's survey of the largest firms.