At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
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 General Liability Associate Attorney position in our Charlotte, NC office.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.
This is a hybrid position offering great flexibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case strategy development, discovery, motion practice, mediation, trial preparation, and trial.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
- Prepare formal and informal reports and communicate with clients/insurers.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.
- Participate in court hearings, depositions, and mediations, where the opportunities arise.
Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the state of North Carolina
- 2+ years of defense litigation experience
- Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
- Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions a must.
- Superior analytical skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Sophisticated technical skills necessary
- Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
Why Join Wilson Elser?
- Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
- Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
- Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
Skills Required
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the state of North Carolina
- 2+ years of defense litigation experience
- Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
- Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance
- Superior analytical skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Sophisticated technical skills
- Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience
What We Do
Wilson Elser is a preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. The firm's attorneys handle a diverse array of defense and coverage matters, ranging from premises liability and bad faith coverage claims to large-scale program management. Known for taking on challenging and technical cases, Wilson Elser is recognized among the nation's most influential law firms in the Am Law 200 and NLJ 500.
