Senior General Liability AttorneyAt 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 Houston office is currently seeking a Senior General Liability Attorney with experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury.
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.This is a hybrid position, offering great flexibility.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 for the Senior General Liability Attorney position in our Houston, TX office.ResponsibilitiesIndependently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including trial, mediation, or negotiated settlementDevelop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment, motion practice, discovery planning, and trial preparationDraft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courtsTake and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and work closely with expert witnesses throughout the litigation processRepresent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedingsProvide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients, including in-house counsel and insurance representativesCollaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi-jurisdictional casesSupervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriateParticipate in trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy developmentMaintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality legal work and responsive client serviceQualificationsJD from an accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice in Texas8+ years of defense litigationExperience with defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil litigation matters preferred.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsClient-facing experience preferredAbility to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentLegal project management experience is helpfulFirst chair trial experience a plusWhy Join Wilson Elser?Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partnersCollaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional developmentAdvancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firmHybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balanceComprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverageAdditional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits