Wilson Elser

Paralegal

San Francisco, California · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$80k-$110kDetected 42 days ago

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About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, self-starter to advance their paralegal career by developing an understanding of the anatomy of defense litigation through hands-on experience in a fast-paced litigation group.

Assemble chronologies of pertinent facts and key documents
Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
Manage documents and organize case files

Must have a bachelor's degree
Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Must be able to work independently and be proactive
Experience preparing pleadings and discovery requests/responses, summarizing medical, employment, and military records, and supporting trial
Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical
Clear and effective communication skills both orally and in writing

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited Paralegal program/course preferred
2+ years toxic personal injury and/or tort litigation experience preferred, including asbestos, talc, silica, benzene, mold, or similar cases
Trial preparation experience a plus
iManage experience a plus
Experience with e-discovery and using Relativity or other document review platforms is a plus

$80,000 - $110,000 USD
Why Should You Apply?
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
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.

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 employees 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 our Paralegal position in our San Francisco Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
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The Position
We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place.

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