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About the Role
Wilson Elser is seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on the firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to clients.
Responsibilities
- Proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end under the supervision and guidance of senior attorneys.
- Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
- Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
- Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
- Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice in the state of New Jersey.
- 5-10 years of general casualty litigation experience.
- Deposition and motion practice experience required.
- Superior analytical skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Sophisticated technical skills necessary.
Skills
- Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred.
- Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required.
- Trial experience preferred.
Location
- New York Office
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-10 years
Education Level
- JD
Salary/Compensations
- $170,000—$220,000 USD
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) match
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's success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect.
- Committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
- 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.