General Liability Associate Attorney

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload 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

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in trucking-related litigation, construction/labor law, 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 discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Corporate discount programs

About the Company

Wilson Elser is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. The firm is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and is committed to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and client service.