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Infographic showing various Attorneys job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 66% In-person, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,553 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

General Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys

Mclean, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

At 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 #30 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.

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 to our General Liability Associate Attorney position in our McLean, VA office.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

This is a hybrid position offering great flexibility. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case strategy development, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
  • Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts.
  • Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
  • Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
  • Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
  • In collaboration with senior attorneys and clients, develop litigation strategies in identifying key issues, evaluating risk, and driving matters toward favorable outcomes.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, providing clear case assessments, litigation updates, and strategic recommendations.
  • Work closely with attorneys across offices on complex matters involving general liability, premises liability, transportation, and insurance-related claims.
  • Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and coordination with experts.
  • Collaborate other attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff to ensure efficient case management.

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Virginia
  • 2+ years of litigation experience
  • Experience with litigation involving general liability, personal injury, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
  • Drafting discovery and pretrial motions experience is a must.
  • Superior analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Sophisticated technical skills necessary
  • Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus

Why Join Wilson Elser?

  • Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
  • Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development 
  • Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
  • Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.  It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users.  You may review our Accessibility Policy here.California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.