Paralegal – Fast-Paced Litigation in DC, Growth & Benefits

Wilson Elser; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wilson Elser in Washington, DC is seeking a Paralegal to support discovery, manage case files, and draft pleadings in a fast-paced national law firm environment. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree (paralegal certificate preferred) and at least 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, with strong written and verbal communication and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

We offer outstanding benefits including 401(k) match, generous PTO, and access to discounts, with room to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Insurance defense experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support discovery efforts including review, analyze and organize document productions
• Manage documents and maintain organized case files
• Summarize transcripts and organize key documents
• Prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review
• Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources for case information
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for attorney review and approval
• Monitor court deadlines, filings, and manage logistics, such as scheduling appointments and calendars
• Communicate and work as a liaison between all parties in the case

Skills

Litigation paralegal experience

Legal documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Wilson Elser in Washington, DC is seeking a Paralegal to support discovery, manage case files, and draft pleadings in a fast-paced national law firm environment. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree (paralegal certificate preferred) and at least 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, with strong written and verbal communication and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

We offer outstanding benefits including 401(k) match, generous PTO, and access to discounts, with room to grow