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Transportation Litigation Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser

Lakewood, Colorado

Job description

Overview

In this role, you support a large international client in transportation litigation, handling matters from intake to resolution with senior attorneys. You will work across offices to address emerging regulatory issues and deliver sound counsel. You'll engage in research, drafting, hearings, and settlements, contributing to a collaborative, client-focused team. This position offers hybrid work, meaningful exposure to complex cases, and opportunities to shape transportation-related litigation strategy.

Compensation / Benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • medical coverage
  • dental insurance
  • vision insurance
  • disability insurance
  • life insurance
Responsibilities
  • Manage a litigation caseload from start to finish under supervision
  • Conduct research on transportation laws, regulations, and standards
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other documents
  • Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
  • Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices
  • Draft case analysis reports for clients to inform proactive resolution strategies
Key requirements
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Colorado
  • 3-8 years of general casualty litigation experience
  • Experience with deposition and motion practice required
  • Trial experience preferred
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Sophisticated technical skills
  • Transportation and logistics regulatory experience preferred
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Analytical thinking
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Legal research and writing
  • Litigation case management
  • Regulatory analysis in transportation

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