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Legal Staff in Pittsburgh, PA

McGuireWoods LLP. Apr 17,2014 Apr 13,2014 Location Pittsburgh PA
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Law Firm

Legal Staff

Bankruptcy

Litigation - Foreclosure (Lender-side)

1-2 yrs required

Profile

Paralegal - Restructuring and Insolvency The candidate coordinates maintenance of voluminous document files, which may include research; case related and transactional documents; and materials produced in the discovery process. Performs moderately complex factual research and investigation. Develops systems to track information and assists with document acquisition, organization, review and analysis. Compiles information from various sources, analyzes and clearly reports detailed findings using charts, statistics and other tools. Manages calendar, docket and tickler systems and assists in meeting filing/action deadlines. Proofreads legal documents. May review documents for content. Summarizes testimony and lengthy legal or technical documents. Communicates with clients professionally over telephone and in person. Responds to client inquiries in attorney's absence. This position is expected to have regular client contact. Coordinates trial preparation or transactional closings. Drafts detailed correspondence and memoranda for attorneys as requested. Drafts moderately complex legal documents for attorney review. Coordinates mailings, copying projects and courthouse filings, where appropriate. Utilizes computer databases to organize, store and access information. Conducts moderately complex research on Lexis, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases. May require supervising a document clerk or temporary employees. Assists with training and development of less experienced paralegals. Performs additional duties as directed. Supports and participates in professional development activities.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should preferably have a four-year degree. Paralegal education may be beneficial. Related work experience may be used in lieu of formal education. Must have 1-2 years of paralegal experience. Strong facility with personal computers required. Must be willing to work overtime and travel, when necessary. Should have ability to meet targeted billable hours.

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