Program Clerk

Wilson Elser, a leading defense litigation firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, is seeking a Program Clerk to join their team in New York. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience within a national law firm.

As a Program Clerk, you will be responsible for reviewing, obtaining, and updating information from internal and external systems, creating and opening new matters, maintaining and updating case lists, inputting data for reporting and tracking purposes, sending information to clients during the intake process, and responding promptly to emails and program-related requests.

Ideal candidates should have at least two years of civil litigation experience in a law firm, an associate degree and/or paralegal certificate, strong computer skills including proficiency in document management systems, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word, and familiarity with Smartsheet and iManage. Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment are also essential.

Compensation for this position ranges from $50,000 to $65,000 annually, depending on experience. Benefits include a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a generous paid time off plan, and access to corporate discount plans and other perks.

Wilson Elser is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, emphasizing teamwork, client service, and innovation. The firm has been recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.