Paralegal

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

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 Houston Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review documents to create report shells and send to attorneys for them to add analysis and submit to client.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to maintain a strong team dynamic and ensure smooth case progression.
• Provide support as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate a plus
• 5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal or insurance claims handler in a fast paced, high volume, team-oriented environment
• Insurance defense or personal injury experience is a plus
• Must be proactive and able to prioritize tasks for multiple stakeholders, including attorneys and clients, and communicate across a national team internally and externally
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills are critical
• Exceptional writing abilities, including clarity and coherence, to produce high-quality content
• Excellent oral communication skills, effectively conveying information and ideas in a clear and concise manner 
• Proficient in MS Office Suite required. Experience in iManage a plus.

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 talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.

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. 

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