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Wilson Elser · 1 day ago

Complex Liability Defense Attorney – Ski Resorts

Los Angeles County, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$200K/yr - $230K/yr

8+ years exp

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. They are seeking an experienced attorney to represent and defend ski resorts and mountain recreation operators in litigation and advisory matters, focusing on civil defense involving personal injury claims and premises liability.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Defend ski resorts and related entities in civil litigation, including:

Personal injury and wrongful death claims

Premises liability and negligence actions

Claims involving skiing, snowboarding, lift operations, and mountain activities

Analyze and apply state ski safety statutes, assumption-of-risk doctrines, and liability limitations

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents

Represent clients in expert depositions as well as in mediations, arbitrations, and trials

Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment

Independently manage a litigation caseload as part of a team, working cases from beginning to end

Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Stay current on developments in recreation law, tort law, and relevant regulations

Qualification

Civil litigation defenseTrial experiencePersonal injury defenseRecreational accidents litigationLegal project managementAnalytical skillsWritten communicationOral communication

Required

JD from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in California

8+ years of civil litigation defense, preferably in general liability, catastrophic injury, premises liability, personal injury defense, and/or insurance defense

Trial experience is required

Superior analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Experience in litigating recreational accidents and working with liability waivers is helpful

Experience with ski resorts, mountain operations, outdoor recreation providers, or amusement operators is helpful

Legal project management experience is helpful

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Company

Wilson Elser

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Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.

Founded in 1978

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.wilsonelser.com

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