National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney

National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney St. Louis, Missouri Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 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 National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney position in our St. Louis Office. This position offers flexibility, whether it be an in-person, remote, or hybrid working arrangement. The Position We are seeking a highly skilled attorney with deep experience in litigation, claims management, and critical discovery strategy and execution to support our representation of a large, national logistics services provider. This is a dynamic role that operates at the intersection of litigation strategy, large-scale discovery, and national claims oversight. The ideal candidate is not only experienced, but agile, someone who can quickly pivot between priorities, manage competing deadlines, and proactively identify risks and opportunities across a complex, multi-jurisdictional docket. You will play a key role in shaping discovery approaches, driving efficient processes, and partnering closely with clients and colleagues in a high-volume, high-impact environment. Key Responsibilities Independently manage a nationwide litigation caseload from inception through resolution in a fast-moving environment Conduct thorough investigations and proactively spot discovery issues unique to each case Develop and craft strategic discovery responses tailored to individual cases while ensuring alignment with overarching national litigation strategies Continuously monitor and evaluate discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation Manage and continuously improve a national claims program, identifying efficiencies and scalable solutions Partner closely with attorneys, partners, and client to develop case strategy and discovery plans Collaborate across offices and practice groups to deliver seamless, team-oriented service Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, emerging legal issues, and evolving client needs Qualifications JD from an ABA-accredited law school Admitted to practice in at least one state 5+ years of litigation and experience Experience handling multi-jurisdictional litigation and/or national claims programs preferred Background in transportation, logistics, trucking, or related regulatory frameworks preferred Familiarity with emerging e-commerce or gig economy legal issues is a plus Proven ability to manage high-volume work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment Strong client counseling and relationship management skills Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities Exceptional written and oral communication skills Advanced technical proficiency with litigation and discovery tools 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 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. Accessibility and Legal Compliance Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wilson Elser