Transportation Attorney
Transportation 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.
Wilson ElsersSeattle office is looking for a Transportation Attorney to join a team of exceptional professionals in a collaborative environment to represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated self-starter who wants to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the firm. The ideal candidate will have experience defending clients in matters involving transportation logistics commercial trucking freight carriers and related regulatory attorney would be a leader in implementing the clients defense strategies collaborating with associates and paralegals reporting in writing and live to the client and appearing at hearings and depositions among other projects.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in Washington
- 2 years of litigation experience particularly in transportation and logistics as well as trucking
- Experience taking and defending depositions and motion practice
- 2nd chair trial experience a plus
- Superior analytical skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Legal project management experience is helpful
Responsibilities
- Take a leading role on a dynamic and growing litigation team
- Independently manage a litigation caseload working cases 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
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:
$135000 - $200000 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
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Employment Type
Full Time
