Defense Lawyer

3 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Wilson Elser Full time

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with over 1,250 attorneys across the United States.

We are committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

We are seeking a Complex Litigation Attorney with experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury.

The attorney will have the opportunity to work directly with sophisticated clients and interact with teams of experienced professionals.

Job Description:

As a Complex Litigation Attorney, you will manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end, collaborating with other attorneys and partners as needed.

You will conduct trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions, communicating with clients and providing regular reports.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice in California.
  • 2-7 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.

The salary for this position is estimated to be between $135,000 and $185,000 per year, depending on experience.

We offer a range of benefits, including a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Additionally, we offer flexible remote and hybrid work arrangements, a generous PTO plan, and access to corporate discount plans.



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