Litigation Defense Associate - Hybrid, Growth & Benefits

Wilson Elser (Attorney Careers); Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Wilson Elser in Milwaukee seeks a Litigation Defense Associate Attorney to join our national law firm. The attorney will handle defense matters, draft motions, and support trial preparation in a collaborative, high-volume environment.

The role requires Wisconsin admission, a JD from an accredited law school, and 2+ years of defense experience. Hybrid work options and a strong benefits package are available.

Qualifications

• JD from an Accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of Wisconsin.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience handling general liability and insurance defense.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Client-facing experience preferred.
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Aviation industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist and respond to written discovery, including drafting interrogatories, request for production, and substantive responses
• Draft pretrial motions
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys to develop case strategy and drive matters forward
• Conduct thorough and strategic legal research to support case analysis and motion practice
• Support trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and coordination of trial materials

Skills

Defense litigation

Client-facing

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Education

JD from an Accredited law school

Job description

Wilson Elser in Milwaukee seeks a Litigation Defense Associate Attorney to join our national law firm. The attorney will handle defense matters, draft motions, and support trial preparation in a collaborative, high-volume environment.

The role requires Wisconsin admission, a JD from an accredited law school, and 2+ years of defense experience. Hybrid work options and a strong benefits package are available.