Litigation Associate Attorney

Litigation Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser's White Plains office is looking for a Litigation 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 self-starter with defense litigation experience who has a powerful motivation to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the firm. The associate will gain experience with and exposure to practice areas including commercial automobile/trucking litigation, catastrophic PIP claims, production liability and general liability insurance claims.

The Firm

Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firm.

The Position

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in New York
• 3+ years of experience with insurance defense litigation
• Must have experience with motion practice and depositions
• Trial and trial preparation experience is a plus
• Superior written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits including a 401k match
• Professional development programs including in-house CLE and National Attorney Training
• Unlimited PTO plan
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Corporate Discount Plans

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000+. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. 

Interested?

Wilson Elser is a firm focused on its commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by sending your credentials to AttorneyRecruiting@wilsonelser.com and putting "White Plains Litigation Associate Attorney" in the subject line. #LI-SM1

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.