Litigation Associate Attorney – Municipal Defense
White Plains, New York Hybrid
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About the role
Wilson Elser is seeking a talented and motivated Litigation Associate to join our Municipal practice in our White Plains office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to take ownership of a diverse and sophisticated caseload while working alongside experienced trial lawyers in one of the nation's leading defense firms. In this role, you will represent municipalities, public entities, and private clients in complex, high-profile litigation matters involving employment law, civil rights claims, constitutional issues, general liability, and complex tort litigation. Attorneys in this practice gain substantial hands-on experience, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to handle challenging matters that have a direct impact on public institutions and communities.
What you'll bring
- JD from an accredited ABA law school
- Admitted to practice in New York state
- 2-5 years of experience in litigation
- Experience managing discovery, preparing and defending depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and supporting trial preparation.
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage cases while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
- Municipal liability defense experience is preferred
- preferably in employment law, complex tort litigation, general liability or civil rights matters.