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 Houston Office.
This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work remotely 40% of the time.
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. This position does require billable hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as floating paralegal for the Houston office, assisting attorneys on a task basis
- Conduct searches via Lexis and social media
- Process and follow up on authorizations for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, tax, union, educational and other records
- Order records and maintain a production log
- Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
- Draft discovery requests and answers
- Draft stipulations, orders, motions to compel, motions for show cause
- Redact and Bates stamp documents
- Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review, mediation, and deposition
- Trial preparation, including determination and preparation of exhibits, witness materials, and pre-trial filings
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate preferred
- 5+ years’ experience as a litigation paralegal or insurance claims handler in a fast paced, high volume, team-oriented environment
- Insurance defense experience is a plus
- Experience with pretrial discovery, hearings, arbitration and trial preparations
- Must be proactive and able to prioritize tasks for multiple stakeholders, including attorneys and clients
- Analytical thinking and decision-making skills are critical
- Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written
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
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