Litigation Paralegal

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support complex matters with a San Diego–based team. This role offers substantive work, long-term stability, and opportunities for professional growth within a national firm.

The position features a hybrid schedule (four days in the office and one remote day per week) and requires a Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved) or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies, plus 3+ years of litigation experience (insurance defense preferred).

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies required.
• Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience (insurance defense preferred).
• Billing experience in a law firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with attorneys and litigation teams.
• Obtain medical records via authorizations and subpoenas; follow up with providers.
• Organize discovery, case databases, and records charts.
• Issue Open Public Records Requests and conduct background research.
• Review, analyze, and summarize medical records and treatment chronologies.
• Support depositions and discovery (transcript summaries, document tracking, follow-ups).
• Manage document productions from opposing parties and co-defendants.
• Prepare materials for expert witness review.
• Maintain well-organized, accessible case files.
• Prepare cases for and assist with trials.

Skills

Litigation support

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved)

Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies

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 #30 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 Paralegal position in our San Diego Office.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with four days in the office and the option of one remote workday each week.

The Position

Join a highly-respected, national law firm as a Litigation Paralegal supporting complex matters alongside a collaborative San Diego–based team. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal seeking substantive work, long-term stability, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with attorneys and litigation teams
• Obtain medical records via authorizations and subpoenas; follow up with providers
• Organize discovery, case databases, and records charts
• Issue Open Public Records Requests and conduct background research
• Review, analyze, and summarize medical records and treatment chronologies
• Support depositions and discovery (transcript summaries, document tracking, follow-ups)
• Manage document productions from opposing parties and co-defendants
• Prepare materials for expert witness review
• Maintain well-organized, accessible case files
• Prepare cases for and assist with trials

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies required
• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience (insurance defense preferred)
• Law firm billing experience and understanding of billing practices only contains
• children.