Complex Litigation Associate

Wilson Elser; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

A leading defense litigation law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Complex Litigation Attorney. This full-time role involves managing a diverse caseload and working closely with clients and colleagues. Candidates should have 2-8 years of litigation experience, preferably in personal injury and general liability. The position offers a flexible, hybrid work arrangement, along with a competitive salary range of $155,000 to $210,000, discretionary bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with Personal Injury and General Liability preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and partners.
• Prepare for trials, investigations, mediations, and depositions.

Skills

Litigation Management

Communication Skills

Client-Facing Experience

Team Collaboration

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in California

Job description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

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 Attorney position in our San Francisco Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

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The Position

Wilson Elser is currently seeking a Complex Litigation Attorney. The attorney should have experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 2-8 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 California
• 2-8 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

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. 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.

Salary Range: $155,000 USD - $210,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work‑life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401(k) match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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