General Liability Associate

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, we invite you to apply for our General Liability Associate position in our San Francisco office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers with litigation experience who are looking to grow in their careers and take on increased and substantive defense litigation‑based responsibilities. 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 2nd chair trial experience a plus Superior analytical skills Strong written and oral communication skills Salary Range: $155,000 USD – $210,000 USD Benefits Meaningful work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners Collaborative culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development Advancement: Gain opportunities for long‑term growth within a nationally recognized firm Hybrid flexibility: Flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work‑life balance Comprehensive benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage Additional perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee 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, or 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