Senior Complex Litigation Attorney

Overview

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, the firm ranks among the top 100 by The American Lawyer and 36 in The National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We are Mansfield Certified Plus. We are seeking a motivated Senior Complex Litigation Attorney for our San Francisco office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. The ideal candidate will have experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury defense. This role provides hands-on litigation experience, exposure to high-profile national clients, and substantial responsibility from day one.

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in California
• 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, or Transportation
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Legal project management experience is a plus

Salary Range: $190,000 - $225,000 USD

• Flexibility:
  Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits:
  Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO
• 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. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence, without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.