General Liability Associate Attorney

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 Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Wilson Elser’s Tyler office is looking for a General Liability Associate Attorney
to join a team of exceptional professionals in a collaborative environment to represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney early in their career seeking to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the firm. The Associate will gain experience with and exposure to practice areas including general liability, insurance defense, litigation, premises & product liability, property rights, transportation and labor & employment litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in working on litigation matters at all states of litigation
• Represent clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on litigation matters
• Opportunities to handle court appearances and conduct depositions
• Communicate with clients, including providing regular reports updating clients on the status of their cases and providing recommendations regarding litigation and case resolution strategy

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Texas
• 2+ years experience
• Experience with litigation involving general liability, construction, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
• Superior communication, writing, analytical and research skills.
• Preparing discovery requests, objections and responses to discovery requests, and motions and briefing relating to discovery disputes.
• Handling court appearances and depositions a plus.

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 is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's 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, 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr