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Wilson Elser · 2 hours ago

Paralegal

San Francisco Bay Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $110K/yr

2+ years exp

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with over 1300 attorneys in 43 offices across the United States. The Paralegal position offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to advance their career by gaining hands-on experience in defense litigation, including preparing records, conducting research, and managing case files.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, analyze medical records, and trial preparation

Contact outside sources (government agencies, etc.) to obtain public information and review and analyze the same

Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources of case information

Prepare summary of pertinent transcripts

Assemble chronologies of pertinent facts and key documents

Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants

Determine, prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review

Conduct investigative research on opposing parties and expert witnesses

Manage documents and organize case files

Monitor and review third party eFile/eService databases

Other responsibilities as requested

Qualification

Paralegal CertificateToxic personal injury experienceTrial preparation experienceMicrosoft 365 proficiencyE-discovery experienceAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsIndependent work

Required

Must have a bachelor's degree

Experience preparing pleadings and discovery requests/responses, summarizing medical, employment, and military records, and supporting trial

Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical

Clear and effective communication skills both orally and in writing

Must be able to work independently and be proactive

Preferred

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

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

401k match

Generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Company

Wilson Elser

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Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.

Founded in 1978

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.wilsonelser.com

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