Paralegal

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 Washington D.C .Office. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. Key Responsibilities: Support discovery efforts including review, analyze and organize document productions Manage documents and maintain organized case files Summarize transcripts and organize key documents Prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources for case information Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for attorney review and approval Monitor court deadlines, filings, and manage logistics, such as scheduling appointments and calendars Communicate and work as a liaison between all parties in the case Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required, Paralegal Certificate preferred 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience Insurance defense experience is a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to integrate into a fast-paced and team oriented environment Experience with drafting subpoenas and creating logs for records received. Why Should You Apply? Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits 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 Washington D.C .Office. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. Key Responsibilities: Support discovery efforts including review, analyze and organize document productions Manage documents and maintain organized case files Summarize transcripts and organize key documents Prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources for case information Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for attorney review and approval Monitor court deadlines, filings, and manage logistics, such as scheduling appointments and calendars Communicate and work as a liaison between all parties in the case Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required, Paralegal Certificate preferred 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience Insurance defense experience is a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to integrate into a fast-paced and team oriented environment Experience with drafting subpoenas and creating logs for records received. Why Should You Apply? Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 competence. 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