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About the Role
This position offers an exciting opportunity to defend complex cases in premises liability matters involving personal injury and property damage claims and in general liability and labor law matters, with significant opportunities for trial work. The ideal candidate will have experience managing cases from initial intake through trial. This position offers a collaborative and dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of legal matters, including in-court trial experience.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, auto/transportation liability, construction (NYS Labor Law), and other litigation matters.
- Handle all aspects of insurance defense litigation through trial.
- Regularly conduct/defend depositions, handle court appearances, and motion practice.
- Effectively prepare and examine witnesses, ensuring thorough case preparation and strong representation of clients.
- Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects and strategy for cases.
- Communicate with clients to provide status reports, advice, and counsel regarding case developments.
- Participate in trial strategy discussions and prepare trial exhibits and evidence for litigation.
- Provide high-level client service by actively managing expectations, keeping clients informed, and delivering excellent outcomes.
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the State of New York
- At least 8 years of defense litigation experience
- Experience with construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters, insurance defense, premises liability, and/or general liability
- Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions, and trials
- Demonstrated trial experience with personal injury, general liability, or tort cases preferred
- Superior analytical skills and the ability to think critically and strategically
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting complex legal documents
- Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly
Skills
- Defense litigation
- Construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters
- Insurance defense
- Premises liability
- General liability
- Court appearances
- Motion practice
- Witness examination
- Legal strategy
- Client communication
- Trial preparation
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Strategic thinking
- Written communication
- Oral communication
- Drafting complex legal documents
- Caseload management
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- At least 8 years of experience
- Senior
Education Level
- JD from an accredited law school
Salary/Compensations
- $190,000—$250,000 USD
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) match
- Discretionary bonuses
About the Company
- Wilson Elser is a national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide.
- Recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
- The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect.
- Committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service provided by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.
Equal Opportunity
- Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
- 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, or 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.