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General Liability Associate Attorney

Attorneys

Job Location:

Merrillville, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 11 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

At Wilson Elser we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1400 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 Journals survey of the nations 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.

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 ourGeneral Liability Associate Attorneyposition in our Merrillville or Indianapolis Office.

This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Key Responsibilities:

Independently manage a litigation caseload working cases from beginning to end
Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Qualifications

JD from an accredited Law School
Admitted to practice in the state of Indiana
3 years of general liability premises liability trucking and transportation insurance defense medical malpractice experience
Superior written and oral communication skills
Legal project management experience is helpful
Trial experience is a plus

We are not accepting agency submissions for this role.

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

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Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firms policy that employment will be based on merit qualifications and competence. Further employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race color age sex religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation or preference gender identity physical or mental disability status as a victim of domestic violence sex offenses or stalking past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected by law.

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