Wilsonelserattorneys
General Liability Associate Attorney
Madison, New Jersey . Posted 24 days ago
The role
Handle a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution for insurance carriers and their insureds in New Jersey state and federal courts. Draft motions and discovery, take depositions, and appear in court and at mediations.
What you will do
- Independently manage a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution
- Draft pleadings, written discovery, and dispositive and non-dispositive motions
- Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts
- Handle court appearances, case management conferences, arbitrations, and mediations
- Prepare initial, pre-trial, and status reports for clients and claims professionals
- Work closely with Partners and other attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation
- Assist with trial preparation and trials as needed
Required qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in New Jersey and in good standing
- 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Experience defending general liability, premises liability, and commercial auto liability claims
- Experience with motion practice, report writing, discovery, and depositions
- Familiarity with New Jersey court rules and eCourts filing
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines across a busy caseload
Nice to have
- Trial and trial preparation experience
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Discretionary bonuses
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) with match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
- Mentorship and professional development
- Hybrid flexibility
Before you apply
- Recruitment agencies may submit candidates only with a current 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.