Habitability – Of Counsel Attorney

The Position:

• This role focuses on defending property owners, landlords, and property management companies in habitability, wrongful eviction, and premises liability litigation.
• You will manage cases from inception to resolution, with level of independence based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events.
• Develop case strategy, communicate with clients, carriers, and experts, and collaborate with attorneys across offices.

Qualifications:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school and admitted to practice in California.
• 5+ years of litigation experience required; habitability, landlord-tenant, or premises liability experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills with ability to manage competing deadlines.

Why Join Wilson Elser:

• Meaningful work on sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys.
• Collaborative culture with mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust benefits package.