General Liability Associate Attorney

Location: Indianapolis

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 43 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.

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 Merrillville or Indianapolis Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited Law School
• Admitted to practice in the state of Indiana
• 3+ years of general liability, premises liability, trucking and transportation, insurance defense, medical malpractice experience
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful
• Trial experience is a plus

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility:
  Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits:
  
  Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth:
  
  Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks:
  
  Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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 applicant's 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, 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr