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Paralegal SupervisorWilson Elser • Chicago, IL, United States
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Paralegal Supervisor

Paralegal Supervisor

Wilson Elser • Chicago, IL, United States
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Job Description

Job Description

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 Supervisor position.

  • This position offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement and can be located in any state in which we have an office.

The Position

Wilson Elser is currently seeking a Paralegal Supervisor to join a national team supporting a broad litigation portfolio. This role will supervise a Paralegal team that assists with investigations, collections, and the organization, and maintenance of discovery databases.

Key Responsibilities

  • The Paralegal will perform their work under the supervision of a Paralegal Manager and supervising attorney, but will have discretion and autonomy in performing the supervision of day-to-day tasks by their direct reports
  • Supervise a team of direct reports consisting of paralegals dedicated to diverse client services tasks within the litigation portfolio with a focus on the discovery process.
  • Closely and effectively collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders inside and outside the Firm
  • Liaise with trial and local counsel on litigated matters. Facilitate communication within matter teams to ensure the appropriate effort is expended on tasks.
  • Help ensure adherence with client outside counsel guidelines and team quality and assurance monitoring
  • Supervise the daily execution of investigations and research into evidentiary data and case-related information
  • Supervise the maintenance and organize evidentiary data and case-related information pursuant to best records management practices across a wide array of case files and documentation
  • Assist paralegal team members execute litigation discovery requests, including assisting with discovery requests and document productions
  • Assist with project work assignments as needed and perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a Paralegal Certificate is a plus
  • 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Prior legal support staff or paralegal supervision experience required (including management of a team of multiple direct reports)
  • Team-oriented with an emphasis on collaboration in a fast-paced dynamic practice setting
  • Self-starter with strong bias for action and acute attention to detail,
  • Ability to work independently in a constantly changing environment
  • Ability to manage multiple pending projects at once
  • Strong analytical and communication skills both oral and written
  • Ability to exercise professionalism, integrity, and discretion with confidential and sensitive information is required
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems required
  • Demonstrated ability to employ software at the power-user competence level is a plus
  • Experience with Electronically Stored Information and document management systems, including computer-assisted review technologies, is a plus
  • Experience working in a large, complex organization a plus
  • Experience supporting large projects; working with many stakeholders is a plus
  • A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

    Salary Range :

    $100,000—$115,000 USD

    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. Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here. __\ #ZR

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