Litigation Associate — Security & Premises Liability

Wilson Elser; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Bonuses (discretionary)

Job summary

Wilson Elser in California is seeking a Security Guard Litigation – Associate Attorney to join a national coordinating counsel team. The role blends general liability, premises, and hospital security experience in a collaborative, hybrid environment, with a path toward growth within a large national firm.

The successful candidate will manage litigation from intake to resolution, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and communicate with clients while balancing a busy caseload across offices.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• 4+ years of civil defense experience, incl. premises liability and general liability.
• Premises and hospital security experience is a plus.
• Superior analytical skills and strong written/oral communication.
• Legal project management experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices to support a cohesive team.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload from start to finish and report status to clients.

Skills

Admitted to practice in California

4+ years of civil defense experience

Premises and hospital security

Superior analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication

Legal project management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Wilson Elser in California is seeking a Security Guard Litigation – Associate Attorney to join a national coordinating counsel team. The role blends general liability, premises, and hospital security experience in a collaborative, hybrid environment, with a path toward growth within a large national firm.

The successful candidate will manage litigation from intake to resolution, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and communicate with clients while balancing a busy caseload across offices.