National Litigation & Claims Management Mid to Senior Level Attorney

Wilson Elser - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - San Diego, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney position at Wilson Elser is designed for a highly skilled senior attorney specializing in litigation and claims management. This role involves representing a large logistics services provider across the country, managing complex legal issues in commercial transportation litigation, and overseeing litigation processes from inception to resolution. The position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, emphasizing teamwork, collaboration, and client service.

Responsibilities

• Independently supervise and manage a litigation caseload, overseeing cases from beginning to end.
• Management of national claims program.
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the claims and litigation processes.
• 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.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in at least one state
• 5-15+ years of general casualty, commercial, government or administrative litigation experience
• Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Experience managing a national liability claims program preferred, but not required
• Client counseling experience preferred
• eDiscovery experience preferred
• Superior analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Legal project and process management experience preferred
• Sophisticated technical skills necessary

Nice-to-haves

• Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues
• Experience managing a national liability claims program
• Client counseling experience
• eDiscovery experience
• Legal project and process management experience

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match
• Generous PTO plan
• Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits