Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal | Wilson Elser

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Wilson Elser, located in Miami, FL. Wilson Elser is a national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices, recognized among the top 100 by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 by the National Law Journal. The firm builds its success on collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers and contribute meaningfully. This role offers an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to expand their careers and gain professional experience within a prominent national law firm.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Miami, FL
• Mission: This person ensures smooth case progression and supports attorneys by efficiently managing case data, documents, and research.
• Tech Stack: Legal research tools, case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case Preparation: Obtain and follow up on medical records through authorizations and subpoenas, ensuring timely receipt.
• Data Management: Maintain and streamline case data with well-structured discovery and records organizational charts.
• Research Support: Conduct vital research by issuing Open Public Records Requests and performing background investigations.
• Attorney Support: Support attorneys during depositions and discovery by summarizing transcripts, managing key documents, and following up on requests.
• Document Management: Efficiently manage document productions by reviewing, analyzing, and organizing files from opposing parties and co-defendants.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree with core domain knowledge in litigation.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Skills: Exceptional writing and communication skills; highly organized and detailed-oriented; proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
• Bonus: Paralegal Certificate preferred; strong preference for insurance defense experience.