Discovery Paralegal

Wilson Elser (Professional Staff Careers); Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wilson Elser is currently seeking a Paralegal to join our national team supporting a broad litigation portfolio. This role will assist with investigations, collections, and the organization, and maintenance of discovery databases.

Under the supervision of attorneys, you will manage client documents, coordinate efforts with clients and outside vendors, and help keep case files organized with professional discretion and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate a plus.
• Minimum 1–2+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong analytical and written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Under attorney supervision, perform investigation and collections duties for discovery responses.
• Obtain and manage client documents, including electronic data, and identify relevant materials.
• Coordinate efforts between client personnel, attorneys, and outside vendors.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and organize evidentiary data and case files.

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate (nice to have)

Tools

Document management systems

Electronic data handling

Computer-assisted review

Job description

Overview

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 #36 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.

Position

Wilson Elser is currently seeking a Paralegal to join a national team supporting a broad litigation portfolio. This role will assist with investigations, collections, and the organization, and maintenance of discovery databases.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of investigation and collections related duties necessary to respond to litigation discovery requests
• Obtains and manages client documents, including electronic data, and identifies potentially relevant materials for each case
• Assists with coordinating efforts between client personnel, attorneys, and outside vendors
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with stakeholders both within and outside the Firm
• Maintains and organizes evidentiary data and case-related information in accordance with best records management practices across a wide array of case files and documentation, including assisting with the coordination, and management of document productions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is a plus
• Minimum 1-2+ years litigation paralegal experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience with collaboration and work management software is a plus
• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
• Experience with Electronically Stored Information and document management systems, including computer-assisted review technologies, 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

Note: Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for 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 agreement in place. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact [e-mail].

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Job Code: ZR