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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 #36 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. Wilson Elser’s   Phoenix  office is currently seeking a  Senior General Liability Attorney  with experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 8+ years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities. Working directly with in-house counsel, the attorney in this role will have the exciting opportunity to interact directly with sophisticated clients that we represent, as well as with teams of our own talented, experienced professionals. This is a hybrid position, offering great flexibility. 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 the  Senior General Liability Attorney  position in our  Phoenix, AZ  office. Responsibilities Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end Work closely and collaborate with other attorneys and partners Regular trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations and depositions Communicate with clients and provide reports Qualifications JD from an accredited law school Admitted to practice in Arizona 8+ years of defense litigation Experience with defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil litigation matters preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Client-facing experience preferred Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Legal project management experience is helpful First chair 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 [email protected] . 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 comp