Toxic Tort 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 Toxic Tort Paralegal position in our San Francisco Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, self-starter to advance their paralegal career by developing an understanding of the anatomy of defense litigation through hands-on experience in a fast-paced litigation group.

Key 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

Qualifications

•Must have a bachelor's degree
•Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited Paralegal program/course preferred
•2+ years toxic tort litigation experience, including asbestos, talc, benzene, mold, or similar cases
•Experience preparing pleadings and discovery requests/responses, summarizing medical, employment, and military records, and supporting trial
•Trial preparation experience a plus
•Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
•iManage experience a plus
•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
•Experience with e-discovery and using Relativity or other document review platforms is a plus

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.