Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.

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 Diego Office.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with four days in the office and the option of one remote workday each week.

The Position

Join a highly-respected, national law firm as a Litigation Paralegal supporting complex matters alongside a collaborative San Diego–based team. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal seeking substantive work, long-term stability, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with attorneys and litigation teams
• Obtain medical records via authorizations and subpoenas; follow up with providers
• Organize discovery, case databases, and records charts
• Issue Open Public Records Requests and conduct background research
• Review, analyze, and summarize medical records and treatment chronologies
• Support depositions and discovery (transcript summaries, document tracking, follow-ups)
• Manage document productions from opposing parties and co-defendants
• Prepare materials for expert witness review
• Maintain well-organized, accessible case files
• Prepare cases for and assist with trials

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies required
• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience (insurance defense preferred)
• Law firm billing experience and understanding of billing practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple cases
• Experience drafting subpoenas and tracking incoming records
• Comfortable with legal research tools and case management software
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Professional Growth

This role offers meaningful professional growth through expanded responsibility, skill development, and performance-based compensation progression.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Paralegals are respected, trusted contributors
• You'll engage in substantive litigation work that impacts case outcomes
• We have a supportive, collaborative, team culture
• Firm-sponsored wellness program with optional monthly webinars
• Stability and resources of a national law firm

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:

$75,000—$85,000 USD

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