General Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Advancement opportunities

Hybrid flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Wilson Elser's Tyler office is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to join a collaborative team handling sophisticated civil defense matters across general liability, insurance defense, and related practice areas.

Ideal candidates are early in their career with a JD from an accredited law school, Texas admission, and 2+ years of litigation experience. The role emphasizes client reports, discovery work, and depositions within a nationally recognized firm.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in Texas.
• 2+ years experience.
• Experience with litigation involving general liability, construction, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
• Superior communication, writing, analytical and research skills.
• Preparing discovery requests, objections and responses to discovery requests, and motions and briefing relating to discovery disputes.
• Handling court appearances and depositions a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in working on litigation matters at all states of litigation
• Represent clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on litigation matters
• Opportunities to handle court appearances and conduct depositions
• Communicate with clients, including providing regular reports updating clients on the status of their cases and providing recommendations regarding litigation and case resolution strategy

Skills

Communication

Writing

Analytical skills

Research skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in Texas

2+ years experience

Job description

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

Wilson Elser's Tyler office is looking for a General Liability 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 attorney early in their career seeking to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the firm. The Associate will gain experience with and exposure to practice areas including general liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation, premises & product liability, property rights, transportation and labor & employment litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in working on litigation matters at all states of litigation
• Represent clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on litigation matters
• Opportunities to handle court appearances and conduct depositions
• Communicate with clients, including providing regular reports updating clients on the status of their cases and providing recommendations regarding litigation and case resolution strategy

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Texas
• 2+ years experience
• Experience with litigation involving general liability, construction, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
• Superior communication, writing, analytical and research skills.
• Preparing discovery requests, objections and responses to discovery requests, and motions and briefing relating to discovery disputes.
• Handling court appearances and depositions 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 applicant's 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.