Paralegal Clerk – Silicosis Practice

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 Clerk – Silicosis Practice position in our San Francisco Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

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. 

The Paralegal Clerk position is 50% administrative work and 50% paralegal work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain authorizations for medical records
• Draft discovery requests and responses; review, analyze and organize document production requests from opposing parties and co-defendants
• Prepare exhibits, summarize medical records and deposition transcripts, 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

• Paralegal certificate is preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in an insurance defense law firm
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written
• Strong organizational skills and computer skills proficient in MS Office Suite and document management systems
• Must be able to work independently and in a team-setting managing multiple assignments from various attorneys
• Must be able to multitask, self-prioritize, adhere to deadlines and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
• Must be familiar with State and Federal court procedures and rules
• Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks

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.