Senior Complex Litigation Attorney
Senior Complex Litigation Attorney
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$ 210000 - 225000
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Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus.
At Wilson Elser we are committed to attracting and retaining professionals who thrive in an environment built on teamwork collaboration client service and innovation. If you are a motivated attorney seeking a long-term career where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported we invite you to apply for our Senior Complex Litigation Attorneyposition in our San Diego Los Angeles or Orange CountyOffice.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled Senior Complex Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will have experience in general liability personal injury transportation and/or catastrophic injury defense. This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience exposure to high-profile national clients and the ability to take on substantial responsibility from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution
- Work closely with partners and colleagues in a collaborative team-oriented environment
- Handle all aspects of litigation including trial preparation investigation court appearances mediations and depositions
- Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication
Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in California
- 8 years of defense litigation experience preferably in Personal Injury General Liability Catastrophic Injury or Transportation.
- Exceptional communication writing and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service
- Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued
- Ability to integrate into a fast-paced team-oriented environment
- Legal project management experience preferred
- First chair trial experience a plus
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience education licensure and/or certifications geographic location market demands other business and organizational needs and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan medical dental vision disability and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$210000 - $225000 USD
Why Should You Apply
- Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
- Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement please contact us at .
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firms policy that employment will be based on merit qualifications and competence. Further employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race color age sex religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation or preference gender identity physical or mental disability status as a victim of domestic violence sex offenses or stalking past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
