Wilson Elser is hiring a Toxic Tort Paralegal

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 #36 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 Toxic Tort Paralegal position in our San Francisco Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. Discover our newly renovated San Francisco office! Take a virtual tour and explore our building amenities. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, self-starter to advance their paralegal career by developing an understanding of the anatomy of defense litigation through hands-on experience in a fast-paced litigation group. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, analyze medical records, and trial preparation - Contact outside sources (government agencies, etc.) to obtain public information and review and analyze the same - Search and retrieve information from court-related databases as well as other online sources of case information - Prepare summary of pertinent transcripts - Assemble chronologies of pertinent facts and key documents - Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants - Determine, prepare and organize materials needed for expert witness review - Conduct investigative research on opposing parties and expert witnesses - Manage documents and organize case files - Monitor and review third party eFile/eService databases - Other responsibilities as requested Qualifications - Must have a bachelor's degree - Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited Paralegal program/course preferred - 2+ years toxic personal injury and/or tort litigation experience preferred, including asbestos, talc, silica, benzene, mold, or similar cases - Experience preparing pleadings and discovery requests/responses, summarizing medical, employment, and military records, and supporting trial - Trial preparation experience a plus - Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) - iManage experience a plus - Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical - Clear and effective communication skills both orally and in writing - Must be able to work independently and be proactive - Experience with e-discovery and using Relativity or other document review platforms is a plus