General Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical benefits

Generous PTO plan

Discretionary bonuses

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

A leading defense litigation law firm is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney in New York. Candidates should have 3-8 years of litigation experience, with a focus on general liability and personal injury. The role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you have a JD from an accredited law school and are admitted to practice in New York, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years litigation experience including general liability and personal injury.
• Experience in trucking-related litigation, construction/labor law, and/or transportation matters is preferred.
• Understanding of NY Construction Law and OSHA proceedings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Work closely with other attorneys on legal projects.
• Handle court appearances and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client communication

Team-oriented

Legal project management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in New York

Job description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 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.

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 General Liability Associate Attorney position. This position is available in our New York City, Long Island or White Plains office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

We are actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join our high‑performing litigation team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to defend complex cases in general liability, premises liability, personal injury, tort claims, and a variety of other areas. With an emphasis on client‑focused service, this position offers a collaborative and dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of legal matters.

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

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in New York
• 3-8 years litigation experience, including general liability, personal injury, premises liability, and insurance defense.
• Experience in trucking‑related litigation, construction/labor law, and/or transportation matters is highly preferred.
• Understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law §§200, 240, 241) and experience with OSHA proceedings are a plus.
• Ability to integrate into a fast‑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:

$150,000 - $190,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: 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

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