Paralegal

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

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 Midtown New York City office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Wilson Elser's New York City office currently seeks a Paralegal. This position entails being a part of a team oriented approach that consists of attorneys and paralegals in the coordinated evaluation and resolution of each matter addressed within a Legal Project Management approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain authorizations for medical records as well as medical records themselves
• Draft discovery demands and responses
• Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, summarize medical records and deposition transcripts, and trial preparation
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Review file for outstanding discovery in preparation for court appearances, pleadings, depositions and trial preparation
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
• Assemble chronologies of key documents
• Manage documents and organize case files

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate are preferred
• 2-5 years’ experience a plus.
• Experience with communicating with outside vendors, maintaining records, organizing and maintaining a calendar, comfortable in team-work based environment. Summarizing transcripts, discovery and trial preparation plus.
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written
• Strong computer skills with proficient in MS Office Suite and document management systems
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical
• Must be able to work independently and be proactive
• Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily

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 talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's 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.