Defense Litigator

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Wilson Elser Full time
About Our Firm

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.

About the Job

We are seeking a Defense Litigator to join our team in Philadelphia. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 3-7 years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end.
  • Work closely and collaborate with other attorneys and partners.
  • Regular trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
  • Communicate with clients and provide reports.
Requirements
  • JD from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice in Philadelphia.
  • 3-7 years of defense litigation experience.
  • Experience with defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil litigation matters preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Client-facing experience preferred.
  • Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Legal project management experience is helpful.
Salary Range

$120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience.



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