Wilson Elser
defense litigation
SeniorTrialAttorney
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“Senior Trial Attorney at Wilson Elser. Skills: complex defense litigation, trial, premises liability, general liability, insurance defense. Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including trial, mediation, or negotiated settlement. Develop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment, motion practice, discovery planning, and trial preparation”
Industry & Context.
Superior analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
JD from an accredited law school, Admitted to practice in Texas, 15+ years of insurance defense, premises liability, catastrophic loss, and/or general liability experience
Nice to Have
Premises security experience preferred but not required, Trial experience preferred, Negligent security experience a plus, Legal project management experience is helpful
What You'll Do.
Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution
or negotiated settlement
Develop and implement case strategy
including early case assessment
and trial preparation
Draft and argue substantive motions
and legal memoranda in state and federal courts
Take and defend depositions
manage written discovery
and work closely with expert witnesses throughout the litigation process
Represent clients at court hearings
and other dispute resolution proceedings
Provide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients
including in-house counsel and insurance representatives
Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi-jurisdictional cases
Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriate
Participate in trial preparation
including witness preparation
and trial strategy development
Maintain client relationships while delivering high-quality legal work and responsive client service
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi-jurisdictional cases; Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriate
Communication Scope
Superior analytical skills written and oral communication skills
Process & Methodology
Legal project management experience is helpful
Full Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. Wilson Elser's Dallas and Houston office is currently seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. Our firm is committed to developing professionals who value each other and the service we provide through 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 be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with premises and general liability experience who are looking to develop in their careers by joining a dynamic national coordinating counsel team. Premises security experience preferred but not required. Responsibilities Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including trial, mediation, or negotiated settlement. Develop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment, motion practice, discovery planning, and trial preparation. Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts. Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and work closely with expert witnesses throughout the litigation process. Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedings. Provide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients, including in-house counsel and insurance representatives. Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi-jurisdictional cases. Supervise
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