Senior General Liability Attorney – Hybrid, Nevada

Wilson Elser; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Advancement

Hybrid flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

Additional perks

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a General Liability Of Counsel in Las Vegas to expand its defense litigation team. This senior opportunity requires extensive experience in defense matters and the ability to manage substantial caseloads while collaborating across offices.

The role supports a flexible hybrid work arrangement and remote options within Nevada, with opportunities for professional growth within a top national firm.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Nevada.
• 8+ years of defense litigation.
• Experience with catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or other general liability matters.
• 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

Skills

Superior analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication

8+ years of defense litigation

Education

JD from ABA accredited law school

Admitted to practice in the state of Nevada

Job description

Wilson Elser is seeking a General Liability Of Counsel in Las Vegas to expand its defense litigation team. This senior opportunity requires extensive experience in defense matters and the ability to manage substantial caseloads while collaborating across offices.

The role supports a flexible hybrid work arrangement and remote options within Nevada, with opportunities for professional growth within a top national firm.