Litigation Paralegal
Wilson Elser (Professional Staff Careers), San Diego, CA, United States
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 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 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
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple cases
Experience drafting subpoenas and tracking incoming records
Comfortable with legal research tools and case management software
The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
Professional Growth
This role offers meaningful professional growth through expanded responsibility, skill development, and performance‑based compensation progression.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Paralegals are respected, trusted contributors
You’ll engage in substantive litigation work that impacts case outcomes
We have a supportive, collaborative, team culture
Firm‑sponsored wellness program with optional monthly webinars
Stability and resources of a national law firm
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $85,000
Benefits include a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and competence, without regard to 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, stalking, or any other protected characteristic.
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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
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple cases
Experience drafting subpoenas and tracking incoming records
Comfortable with legal research tools and case management software
The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
Professional Growth
This role offers meaningful professional growth through expanded responsibility, skill development, and performance‑based compensation progression.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Paralegals are respected, trusted contributors
You’ll engage in substantive litigation work that impacts case outcomes
We have a supportive, collaborative, team culture
Firm‑sponsored wellness program with optional monthly webinars
Stability and resources of a national law firm
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $85,000
Benefits include a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and competence, without regard to 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, stalking, or any other protected characteristic.
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