Program Clerk

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous PTO

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Wilson Elser is seeking a Program Clerk for our Orlando, FL office in a hybrid setting. This role offers exposure to fast-paced professional work within a national law firm.

The position emphasizes data management, file creation, and client intake coordination, with preferred but not required civil litigation experience and paralegal credentials. A strong team player with communication skills will excel.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years civil litigation experience in a law firm preferred but not required.
• Associate degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills, including document management systems, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Familiarity with Smartsheet and iManage is a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to take and implement direction
• Ability to research and respond to internal and client inquiries
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Review, obtain and update information from internal and external systems, as required
• Create and open new matters/files/folders
• Maintain, and update case lists for the program
• Input data for reporting and tracking purposes
• Send information to the client during the intake process
• Respond timely to emails, questions, and program related requests

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Strong written and oral communication

Independent and team work

Ability to take direction

Research and respond to inquiries

Education

Associate degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Smartsheet

iManage

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 #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 Program Clerk position in our Orlando, FL Office.

This position offers a hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Wilson Elser is looking for a Program Clerk to join our team in our Orlando office in a hybrid setting. This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, obtain and update information from internal and external systems, as required
• Create and open new matters/files/folders
• Maintain, and update case lists for the program
• Input data for reporting and tracking purposes
• Send information to the client during the intake process
• Respond timely to emails, questions, and program related requests

Qualifications

• 2 or more years civil litigation experience in a law firm preferred but not required.
• Associate degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills, including document management systems, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Familiarity with Smartsheet and iManage is a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to take and implement direction
• Ability to research and respond to internal and client inquiries
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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 welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at [e-mail].

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