General Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage

Access to corporate discount programs

Job summary

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers) is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney in Birmingham, AL, to work on complex litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and will contribute to a collaborative team atmosphere.

This hybrid position offers flexibility and the chance to work with experienced attorneys on significant legal matters. Candidates should have a JD and at least 2 years of defense litigation experience, with an emphasis on general liability.

The firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, fostering a collegial work environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of Alabama.
• Experience with litigation involving general liability preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions is a must.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Skills

JD from an ABA accredited law school

2+ years of defense litigation experience

Superior analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Sophisticated technical skills

Education

Law Degree

Job description

General Liability Associate Attorney – Birmingham, AL

The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters and understand any applicable underlying regulations. 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 our clients.

This is a hybrid position offering great flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Alabama
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience
• Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, transportation, or insurance preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions a must.
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, 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, 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.