At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect.

We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally. 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 position in our San Francisco Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Responsibilities

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Key Responsibilities

: Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Qualifications

JD from an ABA accredited law school Admitted to practice in the state of California 2+ years of defense litigation Experience with catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or other general liability matters Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus 2 nd chair trial experience a plus Superior analytical skills Strong written and oral communication skills #LI-BG1 Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and

Benefits

package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.

including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Salary Range: $155,000 — $210,000 USD Why Join Wilson Elser?

: Competitive

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Compensation

decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage Additional

Perks

: Access to corporate discount programs and employee