Complex Litigation Associate

Wilson Elser; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense litigation law firm is seeking a Complex Litigation Associate for its Philadelphia office. This role requires managing a litigation caseload with 3-7 years of experience in defense litigation, personal injury, and general liability. The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement and excellent opportunities for career growth. Interested candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. Join a firm that values teamwork and client service.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of defense litigation experience is required.
• Experience with various litigation matters preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil matters preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Client-facing experience preferred.
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Legal project management experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from start to finish.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and partners.
• Prepare for trials, mediations, and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide reports.

Skills

Defense litigation

Personal injury

General liability

Catastrophic injury

Transportation

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Client-facing experience

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in Philadelphia

Job description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout 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 firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long‑term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Complex Litigation Associate position in our Philadelphia Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Wilson Elser is currently seeking a Complex Litigation Associate. The attorney should have experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 3-7 years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities. Working directly with in‑house counsel, the attorney in this role will have the exciting opportunity to interact directly with sophisticated clients that we represent, as well as with teams of our own talented, experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end.
• Work closely and collaborate with other attorneys and partners.
• Regular trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide reports.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Philadelphia
• 3-7 years of defense litigation
• Experience with defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil litigation matters preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Client‑facing experience preferred
• Ability to integrate into a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Legal project management experience is helpful

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: Remote and 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 welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [e-mail].

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.