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National Manager of Paralegal Services

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals
Location
New York, New York; White Plains, New York
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Office Admin Staff
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of legal management experience
  • Proven track record of leading large, multi-office, or nationwide teams
  • Executive-level familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, resource planning, and workflow tools
  • Comprehensive understanding of broad-scale litigation workflows and support
  • Exceptional capability in remote team building, change management, and building consensus across diverse stakeholder groups
  • Bachelor’s degree required
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with iManage and Jira
  • Advanced training in Business Administration or Process Improvement analysis and implementation
What the job really is

The National Manager of Paralegal Services at Wilson Elser is responsible for leading and managing a nationwide team of over 330 paralegals. This role involves optimizing resource utilization, standardizing workflows, implementing talent development programs, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The position is hybrid, based in New York or White Plains, and reports to the Director of Legal Operations.

Benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is $135,000 — $160,000 USD, but final offers may vary based on multiple factors
  • The role requires extensive legal management experience, which may limit applicants
  • The position involves managing a large remote team, which may present unique challenges
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