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 Dallas 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 well-rounded professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Contact outside sources to retrieve information and review and analyze same

Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources for case information

Prepare written discovery requests and objections

Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants in large multi-party cases

Summarize transcripts and organize key documents

Prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review

Manage documents and maintain organized case files

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required; Paralegal Certificate preferred

4+ years of litigation paralegal experience, including trial preparation and attendance

Insurance defense and/or construction defect experience is a plus

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to integrate into a team-oriented environment with ownership in your own docket of cases

Experience with drafting subpoenas and creating logs for records received.

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

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