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Wilson Elser

General Liability Senior Attorney

LocationLas Vegas, Nevada
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentOf Counsel
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedFeb 27, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live3h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
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
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Nice to have3
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
Eligibility1
Work authorization confirmation via E-Verify
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Generous PTO
401(k) match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Corporate discount programs
Employee benefits
About the company
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 #30 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 Of Counsel position in our Las Vegas Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. Depending on level, business needs, and other factors, this position may be eligible for remote work from anywhere in Nevada.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers with litigation experience who are looking to grow in their careers and take on increased and substantive defense litigation-based responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
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Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
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Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment
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Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end
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Communicate with clients and provide status reports
Qualifications
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JD from an ABA accredited law school
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Admitted to practice in the state of Nevada
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8+ years of defense litigation
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Experience with catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or other general liability matters
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Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required
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Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred
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Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus
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2nd chair trial experience a plus
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Superior analytical skills
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Strong written and oral communication skills
Why Join Wilson Elser?
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Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
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Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
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Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
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Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
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Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
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Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee 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 [email protected].
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm’s policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.
California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
Wilson Elser participates in the federal E-Verify program. With respect to all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Please review the official posters for detailed information regarding your rights and protections
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Download the E-Verify Participation Poster (English & Spanish)
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Download the Right to Work Poster (English & Spanish)
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