National Litigation & Claims Management Mid to Senior Level Attorney
National Litigation & Claims Management Mid to Senior Level Attorney
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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.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to our National Litigation & Claims Management Attorneyposition in our Charlotte Office.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
We are seeking a highly skilled senior Attorney with expertise in litigation and claims management and litigation to work on our firms representation of a large logistics services provider throughout the country. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in issues that arise in commercial transportation litigation handling claims across multiple jurisdictions and managing litigation processes from inception to resolution. This role requires a proactive and strategic thinker who can navigate complex legal issues and provide sound counsel to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently supervise and manage a litigation caseload overseeing cases from beginning to end
- Management of national claims program
- Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws regulations and company policies throughout the claims and litigation processes.
- Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in at least one state
- 5-15 years of general casualty commercial government or administrative litigation experience
- Transportation and logistics trucking and related regulatory experience preferred
- Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred but not required
- Experience managing a national liability claims program preferred but not required
- Client counseling experience preferred
- eDiscovery experience preferred
- Superior analytical skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Legal project and process management experience preferred
- Sophisticated technical skills necessary
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
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
