Senior Defense Litigation Attorney, General Liability

Job overview

The Senior Defense Litigation Attorney, General Liability role offers a hybrid working arrangement based in Seattle, Washington. The stated salary range is $190,000–$225,000 per year, with eligibility for discretionary bonuses. Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. The attorney independently manages civil defense litigation from case inception through resolution or trial, developing strategies aligned with client objectives. The role contributes to the firm’s client service by conducting legal research, drafting litigation documents, evaluating liability and damages, negotiating settlements when appropriate, and communicating case updates and recommendations to clients.

What you'll do

• Manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• handle litigation through trial
• develop case strategies
• communicate with clients and provide updates, analysis, and recommendations
• conduct legal research
• draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• evaluate liability and damages
• assist in settlement negotiations when appropriate
• collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior defense litigation attorney

general liability

civil defense

litigation

trial experience

hybrid

seattle wa

wilson elser

$190k–$225k per year

discretionary bonus

401(k) match

medical insurance

dental and vision insurance

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• generous paid time off
• 401(k) match
• corporate discount programs
• and employee benefits.

Why this role

The posting specifies a flexible hybrid arrangement, a Washington law license in good standing, a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, nine or more years of litigation experience, and first-chair trial experience.

About the employer

Wilson Elser - Attorneys is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.