Senior General Liability Attorney

About the Role

Wilson Elser is seeking a proactive and highly skilled Senior Litigation Attorney with experience handling general insurance defense matters, including transportation, premises liability, construction, products liability and general liability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, and trial experience. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement in our Chicago, IL Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Actively participate in trials, including preparation, courtroom appearances, and trial proceedings
• Conduct legal research
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment
• Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state Illinois
• 15+ years of general casualty litigation experience
• First and/or second chair experience strongly desired
• Trial experience required
• Insurance defense experience is required
• Experience in general liability, premises liability, products liability, construction, and transportation
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Deposition and motion practice experience required
• Superior analytical skills

Pay & Benefits

• Base salary of $190,000 – $200,000 plus discretionary bonus
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Schedule

This position is full-time with a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.