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About the Role
Seeking an Attorney with 10+ years of litigation experience to join a seasoned team representing clients in general liability and casualty, construction-related lawsuits, transportation, and trucking. The team is dedicated to training and advancing the professional experience and knowledge of its attorneys.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage cases in insurance defense, general liability, auto/transportation liability, and NYS Labor Law construction matters.
- Partner with attorneys, team members, and seasoned Partners on high-impact legal projects.
- Regularly handle court appearances and depositions.
- Engage closely with clients, delivering clear, timely updates and guidance.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar
- 10+ years of substantial litigation experience
- Experience with insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability
- Demonstrated experience as first and/or second chair strongly desired
- Advanced understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law §§200, 240, 241) preferred
- Experience with OSHA proceedings and regulatory compliance preferred
- Background in Corporation Counsel or District Attorney's Office a plus
- Strong business acumen and project management capabilities
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in legal research tools and case management software
Skills
- Litigation
- Insurance defense
- General liability
- Auto/transportation liability
- NYS Labor Law construction
- Court appearances
- Depositions
- Client communication
- Legal research
- Case management software
Location
- New York City, NY
- Long Island, NY
- White Plains, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 10+ years of litigation experience
Education Level
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
Salary/Compensations
- $190,000—$225,000 USD
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Generous PTO
- 401(k) match
- Corporate discount programs
About the Company
- Wilson Elser is a national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices.
- Recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey.
- Culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect.
- Committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers.
- Values 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.
- Participates in the federal E-Verify program.