Litigation Paralegal

At Wilson Elser , we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.

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 San Diego Office.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with four days in the office and the option of one remote workday each week.

The Position

Join a highly-respected, national law firm as a Litigation Paralegal supporting complex matters alongside a collaborative San Diego–based team. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal seeking substantive work, long-term stability, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate closely with attorneys and litigation teams

Obtain medical records via authorizations and subpoenas; follow up with providers

Organize discovery, case databases, and records charts

Issue Open Public Records Requests and conduct background research

Review, analyze, and summarize medical records and treatment chronologies

Support depositions and discovery (transcript summaries, document tracking, follow-ups)

Manage document productions from opposing parties and co-defendants

Prepare materials for expert witness review

Maintain well-organized, accessible case files

Prepare cases for and assist with trials

Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies required

3+ years of litigation paralegal experience (insurance defense preferred)

Law firm billing experience and understanding of billing practices

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple cases

Experience drafting subpoenas and tracking incoming records

Comfortable with legal research tools and case management software

The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Professional Growth

This role offers meaningful professional growth through expanded responsibility, skill development, and performance-based compensation progression.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Paralegals are respected, trusted contributors

You’ll engage in substantive litigation work that impacts case outcomes

We have a supportive, collaborative, team culture

Firm-sponsored wellness program with optional monthly webinars

Stability and resources of a national law firm

Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:

$80,000 — $90,000 USD

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 [email protected] .

Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here .

California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here .

Wilson Elser participates in the federal E-Verify program. With respect to all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Please review the official posters for detailed information regarding your rights and protections

Download the E-Verify Participation Poster (English & Spanish)

Download the Right to Work Poster (English & Spanish)

#ZR