Discovery Strategy Attorney (Hybrid)

Wilson Elser - Attorneys; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Generous PTO and comprehensive medical

401(k) match

Dental, vision, life and disability

Corporate discount programs

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a Staff Attorney to join a dynamic team handling sophisticated discovery matters for a large national firm client. You will work with in-house and external counsel to craft tailored discovery responses, driving national strategies rather than simple document review.

This role emphasizes investigative rigor, collaboration, and precise issue spotting within a flexible hybrid setup. Prior discovery experience and a JD are essential for success.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.
• Experience in litigation discovery or related legal roles.
• Strong analytical and issue-spotting skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate with diverse legal teams.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• Experience with AI large language models is a plus.
• Personal injury litigation background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations and spot discovery issues unique to each case.
• Collaborate with inside counsel and external law firms on discovery challenges.
• Develop strategic discovery responses aligned with national litigation strategies.
• Operate in a fast-paced legal environment requiring adaptability and problem-solving.
• Monitor discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Issue spotting

Communication

Writing proficiency

Collaboration

Adaptability

Legal research

AI language models

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Admission to practice law in relevant jurisdictions

Tools

AI language models

Job description

Wilson Elser is seeking a Staff Attorney to join a dynamic team handling sophisticated discovery matters for a large national firm client. You will work with in-house and external counsel to craft tailored discovery responses, driving national strategies rather than simple document review.

This role emphasizes investigative rigor, collaboration, and precise issue spotting within a flexible hybrid setup. Prior discovery experience and a JD are essential for success.