Senior Transportation Litigation Attorney - Remote

Overview

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

In Short

• Seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney.
• Manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments.
• Draft case analysis reports for clients.
• 8+ years of general casualty litigation experience required.
• Trial experience is mandatory.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• First and/or second chair experience strongly desired.
• Transportation and logistics experience preferred.
• Experience with e-commerce legal issues preferred.
• Deposition and motion practice experience required.
• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary.

Benefits

• Flexible remote and hybrid work arrangements.
• Outstanding benefits package including 401k match.
• Generous PTO plan.
• Ample opportunities for professional development.
• Access to corporate discount plans.