Senior Professional Liability Attorney
Wilson Elser’s Chicago office is seeking a Senior Professional Liability Defense Attorney.
This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to take on engaging, substantive responsibilities as part of a defense team within a national firm. The attorney will work on a tight-knit, dynamic team alongside experienced attorneys.
The Firm
Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firm.
The Position
Qualification

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of Chicago
• 7 years’ experience in professional liability
• Deposition and trial preparation experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in conducting paper discovery, depositions, motion practice and report writing
• Processes including electronic filing are preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently manage or support a defense litigation caseload from inception through dispositive motion, mediation, negotiated resolution, or trial
• Work closely with other attorneys and partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits including a 401k match
• Professional development programs including in-house CLE and National Attorney Training
• Unlimited PTO plan
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Corporate discount plans

Interested?
Wilson Elser is a firm focused on its commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by sending your credentials to AttorneyRecruiting@wilsonelser.com and putting "Chicago Professional Liability" in the subject line.
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by the law.