Teams at Wilson Elser

General Liability Litigation Of Counsel independently manages insurance defense, general liability, auto and transportation liability, and New York construction law cases. Responsibilities include court appearances, depositions, client communications, legal strategy, and collaboration with partners and attorneys. The role requires a New York law license, a JD, and at least 10 years of substantial litigation experience, with expertise in premises liability, general liability, and preferably construction law, OSHA proceedings, and regulatory compliance.

Investigate and resolve complex litigation discovery issues, collaborate with in-house and outside counsel, develop strategic discovery responses, and support national litigation strategies. The role requires strong legal analysis, issue spotting, writing, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Defend landlords, property owners, and management companies in habitability, wrongful eviction, premises liability, and related Superior Court litigation. Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and legal memoranda; manage caseloads; handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, and expert discovery; evaluate liability and damages; develop case strategy; and communicate with clients, insurers, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel.