Senior Litigation Paralegal

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation is seeking a Senior Paralegal in our Litigation group to support complex civil and technology matters. The role offers a hybrid or mostly remote work schedule and opportunities to work across multiple California offices, including San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, or Palo Alto.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years as a litigation paralegal, a college degree or paralegal certificate, and strong proficiency with Google Workspace,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• College degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering and compiling support documents for filings.
• Prepare and file pleadings and court documents across jurisdictions.
• Assist with Bluebook formatting, cite-checking, and Shepardizing.
• Familiarity with civil procedures and court rules.
• Perform docket and legal research in Lexis, Westlaw, SEC, PACER, and related resources.
• Coordinate discovery materials and supervise vendor work.

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Google Workspace

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Client-focused

Education

College degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

PACER

Relativity

SEC

Job description

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start‑ups to multibillion‑dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

Wilson Sonsini is looking for a Senior Paralegal for our Litigation group to reside near our San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, or Palo Alto California offices. This role will support attorneys in all aspects of litigation, with a focus on complex civil and technology litigation matters, particularly for internet companies. This position is available as a hybrid or mostly remote work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering and compiling support documents for filings
• Assist attorneys with preparing and filing pleadings and other court documents in various jurisdictions across state and federal courts, including appellate courts
• Assist with Bluebook formatting, cite‑checking, and shepardizing case law
• Familiarity with civil procedures and local, state and federal court rules
• Ability to perform docket and legal research in Lexis, Westlaw, SEC, PACER, and similar resources
• Assist with the collection, review, production, and organization of discovery materials
• Proficiency with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity), and ability to supervise vendor work
• Ability to use AI‑assisted technologies appropriately and responsibly and ability to adapt to AI‑assisted workflows
• Manage discovery responses, subpoenas, and deposition preparation
• Prepare and maintain various indices and logs for case teams related to discovery and other chronologies
• Manage case calendars and deadlines (as a supplement to the calendar department)
• Assist with hearing/trial preparation and logistics, including preparation of witness files, management of exhibits, setting up trial space, and attending trial in‑person, as required
• Interacting with clients, expert witnesses, consultants, opposing counsel and court clerks

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal is required
• A college degree and/or paralegal certificate is required
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Docs, and related tools) is required
• Stellar project management and organizational skills
• Great attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Good judgment, intuition and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Client‑focused mindset
• Professional and composed under pressure and in fast‑paced environments
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with attorneys and staff across all levels and offices
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed (sometimes on short notice)
• Willingness to travel for trials and other client work if needed

The primary location for this job posting is in San Francisco, but other locations may be listed.

The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

• San Francisco, Palo Alto: $56.31 - $76.19 per hour.
• Los Angeles, San Diego, and all other locations: $53.50 - $72.38 per hour.

The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year‑end merit bonus based on performance.

We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally.

We have built a culture in which employees of all backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences are encouraged and empowered to achieve their maximum potential.

Wilson Sonsini is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce globally.

Additionally, in 2025, for the seventh consecutive year, Wilson Sonsini achieved Mansfield Plus Certification, and in 2026, for the sixth consecutive year, the firm achieved a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index.

careers.wsgr.com Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance them.

We represent more than 300 public enterprises and 3,000 private companies in a wide range of today’s cutting‑edge industries, from AI and fintech to life sciences and mobility.

For more than 60 years, our attorneys and professional staff have created a unique working environment.

With deep roots in the fast‑paced and innovative world of Silicon Valley, the firm fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and team‑oriented approach for all employees, providing professional and personal development opportunities and encouraging all departments to promote a stable and optimal work/life balance.

Wilson Sonsini has 17 offices in 16 technology and business hubs worldwide. Austin, TX Boston, MA Boulder, CO Brussels, Belgium Century City, CA Hong Kong London Los Angeles, CA New York, NY Palo Alto, CA Salt Lake City, UT San Diego, CA San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Shanghai (China) Washington, D.C. Wilmington, DE