General Liability Associate Attorney

Responsibilities

• Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case strategy development, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
• In collaboration with senior attorneys and clients, develop litigation strategies in identifying key issues, evaluating risk, and driving matters toward favorable outcomes.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing clear case assessments, litigation updates, and strategic recommendations.
• Work closely with attorneys across offices on complex matters involving general liability, premises liability, transportation, and insurance-related claims.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and coordination with experts.
• Collaborate other attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff to ensure efficient case management.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of Kentucky
• Experience with litigation involving general liability, personal injury, construction, premises, products, transportation preferred
• Superior analytical and research skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

• 2+ years of defense litigation preferred
• 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

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