Litigation Paralegal

Wilson Elser (Professional Staff Careers); Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO

Access to corporate discount plans

Job summary

Wilson Elser, a national law firm, seeks a paralegal for its Birmingham office. The role supports litigation teams with pre-claim investigation, discovery, pleadings, and trial preparation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate and at least 5 years of litigation experience; strong MS Office and document management skills are required. This hybrid position offers outstanding benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or paralegal certificate preferred.
• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a fast-paced environment; insurance defense/transportation litigation preferred.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and court rules/procedures.
• Experience drafting and responding to standard discovery demands; pleadings and trial prep.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessment.
• Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file with courts.
• Prepare records, review exhibits, analyze medical records and assist trial prep.
• Contact government agencies and other sources for public information and review.
• Summarize transcripts and assemble chronologies of facts and documents.
• Review and organize document productions from opposing parties and co-defendants.
• Coordinate materials for expert witnesses and conduct investigative research.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Multitasking

Proactive

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

MS Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

AtWilson 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.

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 Litigation Paralegalposition in our Birmingham Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessment
• Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing with the courts
• Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, analyze medical records, and trial preparation
• Contact outside sources (government agencies, etc.) to obtain public information and review and analyze the same
• Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources of case information
• Prepare summary of pertinent transcripts
• Assemble chronologies of pertinent facts and key documents
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Determine, prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review
• Conduct investigative research on opposing parties and expert witnesses
• Manage documents and organize case files

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is preferred
• 5+ years litigation paralegal experience in a fast-paced environment; experience in insurance defense and transportation litigation is preferred
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures
• Experience with preparing records, assembling exhibits, pleadings, summarizing transcripts, medical record analysis, discovery, and trial preparation required
• Experience drafting and responding to standard discovery demands (interrogatories, requests to produce documents, etc.)
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and in writing
• Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
• Must be able to work independently and be proactive

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 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, 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.