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Wilson Elser

National defense litigation firm with 1,100+ attorneys

Litigation Paralegal

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Diego, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Paralegal Certificate from an American Bar Association-approved program, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, is required.
  • At least three years of litigation paralegal experience is required; insurance defense experience is preferred.
  • Law firm billing experience and an understanding of billing practices are required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • The candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple cases.
  • Experience drafting subpoenas and tracking incoming records is required.
  • Experience with legal research tools and case management software is required.
  • The candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with attorneys and litigation teams.
  • Obtain medical records through authorizations and subpoenas and 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, including transcript summaries, document tracking, and 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 trial and assist with trials.

Desired Qualifications

  • Insurance defense experience is preferred.

About the Company

Wilson Elser

National defense litigation firm with 1,100+ attorneys

Wilson Elser is a defense litigation law firm with more than 1,100 attorneys handling defense and coverage matters for clients in local, state, and federal courts. The firm provides litigation, coverage, and trial services, frequently stepping in to take over unresolved matters from other firms and guiding cases to align with clients’ guidelines and terms. Its approach combines handling a high volume of matters (about 100,000 at any time) with tackling technically challenging cases. Compared with competitors, the firm distinguishes itself through its large national footprint, history of successful defense-oriented results, ability to parachute into ongoing cases, and a strong reputation as a leading defense counsel. The firm’s goal is to defend clients effectively across jurisdictions by delivering rigorous, term-aligned litigation strategies and achieving favorable outcomes on clients’ terms.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1978

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