Litigation Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP
401(k)
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
Oct 28, 2024
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,100 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 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 and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm. 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 Litigation Associate Attorneyposition in our St. Louis Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. The Position Key Responsibilities: Independently manage a litigation caseload, providing litigation support from inception to trial; Represent clients in a wide range of general liability and contractual claims; Collaborate and work closely with colleagues, attorneys and partners on legal projects; Regularly handle state and federal court appearances and depositions; Draft detailed legal opinions, analysis of issues and draft client status reports. Qualifications JD from an accredited law school; Must be admitted to practice in Missouri and Illinois 5+ years of litigation experience; Experience in one or more (preferred) in the following areas: general liability, toxic torts, professional liability, products liability, and insurance coverage Experience with motion practice, oral argument and conducting and defending depositions; Excellent organizational skills; Superior written and oral communication skills; Legal project management experience is helpful; Ability to integrate into a fast-team-oriented environment. 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 talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. 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.