Litigation Paralegal

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Wilson Elser in Houston seeks a seasoned paralegal for a fast-paced, national-law-firm environment. The role requires 5+ years of experience in litigation support, pretrial discovery, and document management, with a proactive, multi-stakeholder mindset.

This hybrid position offers 40% remote work; the team values collaboration, client service, and precise record handling. Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred; insurance-defense experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred
• 5+ years' experience as a litigation paralegal or insurance claims handler in a fast paced, high volume, team-oriented environment
• Insurance defense experience is a plus
• Experience with pretrial discovery, hearings, arbitration and trial preparations
• Must be proactive and able to prioritize tasks for multiple stakeholders, including attorneys and clients
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills are critical
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches via Lexis and social media
• Process and follow up on authorizations for the receipt of medical, employment, worker's compensation, disability, tax, union, educational and other records
• Order records and maintain a production log
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Draft discovery requests and answers
• Draft stipulations, orders, motions to compel, motions for show cause
• Redact and Bates stamp documents
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review, mediation, and deposition
• Trial preparation, including determination and preparation of exhibits, witness materials, and pre-trial filings

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Communications skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Lexis

LexisNexis

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 Paralegalposition in our Houston Office.

This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work remotely 40% of the time.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. This position does require billable hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct searches via Lexis and social media
• Process and follow up on authorizations for the receipt of medical, employment, worker's compensation, disability, tax, union, educational and other records
• Order records and maintain a production log
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants
• Draft discovery requests and answers
• Draft stipulations, orders, motions to compel, motions for show cause
• Redact and Bates stamp documents
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review, mediation, and deposition
• Trial preparation, including determination and preparation of exhibits, witness materials, and pre-trial filings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate preferred
• 5+ years' experience as a litigation paralegal or insurance claims handler in a fast paced, high volume, team-oriented environment
• Insurance defense experience is a plus
• Experience with pretrial discovery, hearings, arbitration and trial preparations
• Must be proactive and able to prioritize tasks for multiple stakeholders, including attorneys and clients
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills are critical
• Clear and effective communication skills both orally and written

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, or 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.