Litigation Paralegal
Litigation Paralegal
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Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1250 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus.
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 Litigation Paralegalposition in our Birmingham Office.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct pre-claim investigation legal research and initial case assessment
- Draft pleadings motions and appellate documents and filing with the courts
- 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
Qualifications:
- A bachelors degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is preferred
- 5 years litigation paralegal experience in a fast-paced environment; experience in insurance defense and transportation litigation is preferred
- Applicable knowledge of motions discovery evidence litigation documentation court rules and procedures
- Experience with preparing records assembling exhibits pleadings summarizing transcripts medical record analysis discovery and trial preparation required
- Experience drafting and responding to standard discovery demands (interrogatories requests to produce documents etc.)
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems
- Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical
- Clear and effective communication skills both orally and in writing
- Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
- Must be able to work independently and be proactive
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 .
We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firms policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race color national origin religion age sex disability citizenship marital status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.
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Employment Type
Full Time
