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Baton Rouge, LA

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for risk management attorney in the United States is $111,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Risk Management Attorney helps organizations identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks to protect against potential liabilities. They analyze contracts, regulatory compliance issues, and business practices to ensure legal soundness. Additionally, they develop risk management policies, provide legal advice on risk exposure, and represent clients in disputes. Their goal is to minimize legal and financial risks while ensuring the organization operates within the law.

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A Risk Management Attorney should have a strong background in law, analytical reasoning, and expertise in risk assessment and mitigation strategies, often requiring a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar licensure. Familiarity with regulatory compliance tools, contract management systems, and certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or relevant continuing legal education is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are important soft skills, alongside the ability to work collaboratively across departments. These abilities ensure effective identification, evaluation, and minimization of legal risks for an organization, protecting its assets and reputation.

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Risk Management Attorneys often encounter complex and evolving regulations, requiring them to stay continually updated with legal and industry developments. They may need to balance organizational objectives with legal and ethical compliance, which can involve navigating ambiguous situations and making tough judgment calls. Coordinating across multiple business units, they help develop policies, review contracts, and respond to incidents or claims, all while upholding risk mitigation best practices. These challenges make the work intellectually stimulating and impactful, offering continual learning and growth opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Risk Management Attorney job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,556 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney

Portland, OR • On-site

Wilson Elser - Attorneys
Law Firms • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Wilson Elser - Attorneysexternal

Full-time

This job post has expired 4 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

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 National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney position in our Portland Office.

This position offers flexibility, whether it be an in-person, remote, or hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled attorney with deep experience in litigation, claims management, and, critical discovery strategy and execution to support our representation of a large, national logistics services provider. This is a dynamic role that operates at the intersection of litigation strategy, large-scale discovery, and national claims oversight. The ideal candidate is not only experienced, but agile, someone who can quickly pivot between priorities, manage competing deadlines, and proactively identify risks and opportunities across a complex, multi-jurisdictional docket. You will play a key role in shaping discovery approaches, driving efficient processes, and partnering closely with clients and colleagues in a high-volume, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Independently manage a nationwide litigation caseload from inception through resolution in a fast-moving environment
  • Conduct thorough investigations and proactively spot discovery issues unique to each case
  • Develop and craft strategic discovery responses tailored to individual cases while ensuring alignment with overarching national litigation strategies
  • Continuously monitor and evaluate discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation
  • Manage and continuously improve a national claims program, identifying efficiencies and scalable solutions
  • Partner closely with attorneys, partners, and client to develop case strategy and discovery plans
  • Collaborate across offices and practice groups to deliver seamless, team-oriented service
  • Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, emerging legal issues, and evolving client needs

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in at least one state
  • 5+ years of litigation and experience
  • Strong discovery experience required
  • Experience handling multi-jurisdictional litigation and/or national claims programs preferred
  • Background in transportation, logistics, trucking, or related regulatory frameworks preferred
  • Familiarity with emerging e-commerce or gig economy legal issues is a plus
  • Proven ability to manage high-volume work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
  • Strong client counseling and relationship management skills
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills
  • Advanced technical proficiency with litigation and discovery tools

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