Life Sciences - Associate Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Wilson Elser - Attorneys in San Francisco is seeking a Life Sciences Associate to join a collaborative team specializing in healthcare practices including medical malpractice and long-term care litigation.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a flexible hybrid working arrangement or remote opportunities. Candidates must be admitted in California and possess 2–8 years of defense litigation experience.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in California.
• 2–8 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Manage a litigation caseload independently.

Skills

Defense litigation experience

Medical malpractice experience

Strong written and oral communication skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Job Overview

Wilson Elser’s San Francisco office is seeking a Life Sciences Associate to join a collaborative team working across a broad spectrum of the life sciences and healthcare practices, including medical malpractice, senior living and long‑term care litigation, medical device product liability, and broader health care litigation matters.

This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement or remote work opportunities.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of California
• 2–8 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience with medical malpractice, senior living and long‑term care litigation, or other types of health care cases required
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
• Experience cross‑examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

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 as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Benefits

Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally. The position is considered full‑time and therefore qualifies for benefits including a 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.

• Meaningful work alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative culture that values mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities for long‑term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid flexibility that supports work‑life balance
• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Salary Range: $155,000 – $210,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm’s policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence, and that 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, or past or present service in the uniformed services, is strictly enforced.