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Legal Staff Paralegal in Washington, DC

Troutman Sanders LLP Oct 16,2017 Aug 04,2017 Location Washington DC
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Legal Staff

Litigation - White Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Min 1 yrs required

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Paralegal (White Collar & Government Investigations) Duties: Perform paralegal duties and responsibilities as directed by group leader and other attorneys in assigned substantive practice group. Perform all assignments in strict compliance with ethical guidelines governing the practice of law. Demonstrate strong organizational and writing skills. Consistently exhibit a high degree of professionalism. Direct and coordinate activities of law office support personnel as assigned. Demonstrate good teamwork skills within and among practice groups, offices and firm to facilitate efficient delivery of legal services. Participate in the training and professional development of other paralegals in routine practice elements. Review, analyze and summarize documents, records, exhibits, depositions and court pleadings. Review, analyze and summarize third party and client documents, including financial documents, facts and factual issues relevant to practice area. Track and monitor cases and documents for ongoing litigation matters. Identify, compile and organize documents responsive to subpoenas and discovery requests. Prepare and draft legal documents such as notices, motions, briefs, pleadings, discovery materials, appeals and contracts, etc. Assist in court hearings and trial preparation including collecting and organizing exhibits documents and other materials as well as preparing witnesses. Maintain current knowledge of local, state and federal court rules and procedures. Review, analyze and assist in responding to law enforcement subpoenas including the preservation and collection of electronic data or production of electronic discovery. Assist legal counsel in the supervision and management of cases; handling client matters, responding to investigations, conducting internal investigations and litigation. Conduct witness interviews and investigate case facts. Assist at court hearings and trials. Conduct audit and financial investigations under supervision of attorneys and prepare audit reports. Serve as liaison between clients, legal counsel, consultants, witnesses, third parties, court staff and other outside contacts. Docket and take appropriate action to monitor and meet deadlines. Establish priorities and work concurrently on a variety of projects. Consistently exhibit a high degree of professionalism. Use initiative and discretion in accomplishing routine assignments with minimum supervision.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree, and certificate of completion from a paralegal training program preferred, American Bar Association (ABA) approval preferred. Under exceptional circumstances the firm may substitute significant, relevant work experience for educational requirements. Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with diverse group of personalities. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under tight time constraints while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Exceptional analytical skills, including the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Demonstrate initiative and ability to work with limited supervision.

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