Senior attorney - law

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.

Wilson Elser’s Columbia office is currently seeking a Senior General Liability Attorney with experience in general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 8+ years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities. Working directly with in‑house counsel, the attorney in this role will have the exciting opportunity to interact directly with sophisticated clients that we represent, as well as with teams of our own talented, experienced professionals.

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 Senior General Liability Attorney position in our Columbia, SC office.

Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including trial, mediation, or negotiated settlement

Develop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment, motion practice, discovery planning, and trial preparation

Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts

Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and work closely with expert witnesses throughout the litigation process

Provide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients, including in‑house counsel and insurance representatives

Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi‑jurisdictional cases

Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriate

Maintain strong client relationships while delivering high‑quality legal work and responsive client service

JD from an ABA accredited law school

8+ years of defense litigation experience

Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.

Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners

Enjoy a 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

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 applicants 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.

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