Item: Wilson Elser
Rating: 4
Author: Attorney, 5th-Year

Question 1

Does Wilson Elser pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Wilson Elser employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Wilson Elser. This rating has improved by 10% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at Wilson Elser?

Accepted Answer

68% of Wilson Elser employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Wilson Elser 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at Wilson Elser?

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Associate Attorney (91), Associate (58), Paralegal (53), Attorney (47), Legal Secretary (31), Legal Assistant (22), Litigation Paralegal (19), Law Clerk (13), Partner (13), Conflicts Analyst (9), Of Counsel (8), Paralegal Clerk (7), Legal Records Clerk (6), Senior Associate (6), Lawyer (5)

Question 4

What are the pros of working at Wilson Elser according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"The people are great and easy to get along with." ((in 51 reviews)); "Benefits are good and working from home once a week is helpful" ((in 32 reviews)); "Good work life balance something that is not typical for attorneys." ((in 22 reviews)); "Staff is nice and helpful" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great support staff and assistance" ((in 10 reviews))

Question 5

What are the cons of working at Wilson Elser according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"Low pay for support staff" ((in 48 reviews)); "poor management and organization skills" ((in 29 reviews)); "$100 bonuses or no bonuses" ((in 21 reviews)); "There is no training or formal mentoring program as young associates are "thrown into the fire."" ((in 14 reviews)); "Unless you're a seasoned attorney who's coming in with your own business, you don't have much leverage to negotiate a high salary." ((in 13 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about Wilson Elser layoffs in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Wilson Elser layoffs and their outlook for job security at Wilson Elser in 2026.

Question 7

What are the top reviewed Wilson Elser locations?

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New York, White Plains, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Las Vegas, Houston, San Diego, Milwaukee, Baltimore, Orlando, Florham Park, Dallas, Boston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Atlanta, McLean, Albany, Denver, Newark, Washington, Stamford, Seattle, Madison, Garden City, Detroit, Livonia, Costa Mesa, Elizabeth

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