Senior Transportation Litigation Attorney

Wilson Elser; California; On-site; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Discretionary bonuses

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

A leading defense litigation law firm is seeking a Transportation Of Counsel for their Orange County office. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and requires expertise in defense litigation, particularly in transportation matters. Candidates must hold a JD and have over 8 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of defense litigation experience required.
• Experience in transportation and motor vehicle accidents preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal documents.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

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Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Transportation Of Counsel position in our Orange County/Costa Mesa Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Key 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
  
  

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of California
• 8+ years of defense litigation
• Experience in transportation, motor vehicle accident, and trucking matters preferred
• 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
• 2nd chair trial experience a plus
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
  
  

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 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.

Salary Range

$190,000 - $200,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
  
  

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [e-mail].

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Law Practice

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