Legal Auditor

Wilson Elser; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Generous PTO plan

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

Wilson Elser, a leading national law firm, seeks a Legal Auditor to join its Quality Assurance and Client Audit Services team. This role requires reviewing active files and capturing key data points, ideal for those transitioning from active litigation practice.

With an emphasis on collaborative culture and innovation, Wilson Elser offers a flexible remote working arrangement to candidates in states where they operate.

Exceptional benefits, career growth opportunities, and employee perks further enhance this opportunity for motivated candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Auditing experience at an insurance carrier is a plus.
• Experience with Electronically Stored Information is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review files on cloud-based document systems.
• Accurately capture dates related to files.
• Evaluate file handling and produce clear, written reports.
• Engage in calibration exercises for file accuracy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

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.

We are looking for a Legal Auditor to join a national team supporting Quality Assurance and Client Audit Services. In this role, you will review active files to capture key data points and address issues related to file handling. This position would be ideal for an experienced litigator who wants to phase out of an active practice.

This position offers a flexible remote working arrangement and can be located in any state in which we have an office. We will consider candidates for both full-time and part-time positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Review files on our cloud‑based document management and time entry systems
• Accurately capture dates
• Evaluate file handling, identifying both exceptional efforts and opportunities for improvement
• Produce clear, concise written reports
• Engage in calibration exercises

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Insurance defense preferred but not required
• Auditing experience at an insurance carrier is a plus
• Current license not required (but must have been in good standing at the time it lapsed)
• Self‑starter with acute attention to detailComfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Strong analytical and communication skills, both oral and written
• Professionalism, integrity, and discretion with 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 401(k) 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 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 applicant's 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, 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.