Litigation Paralegal

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

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Litigation Paralegal - Law Firm - Washington DC

Law Firm is currently seeking a full-time Paralegal to support the Litigation department and assist clients throughout the USA. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, and this position would be based in the Washington DC office.

Responsibilities

- Document organization
- Reviewing all relevant pleadings and documents and entering/updating events in the docket database
- File maintenance
- Preparation for depositions and trials
- Typing, formatting, and proofreading a variety of legal correspondence, briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Available for overtime and travel as needed

Academic and Professional Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree required
- Paralegal certificate a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

- 5+ years of large case experience to support busy litigation practice
- Previous trial experience is required
- Litigation experience in a large corporate setting or law firm is preferred but not required
- Ability to assist attorneys in document review and all aspects of case preparation
- Proficient with cite checking, blue booking, and legal editing
- Proficient with electronic court filing systems in the federal and state courts
- Experience conducting research, organizing information, drafting citations, and proofreading and editing documents
- Possess strong technological and computer capabilities, including knowledge of litigation technology
- Experience in IPro Eclipse is a plus
- Demonstrate excellent communication, grammar, and organizational skills
- Ability to complete assigned tasks with attention to detail; work with teams and under pressure; and meet deadlines

Salary and Benefits

Law Firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.

About Law Firm

Law Firm is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

Litigation Paralegal - Law Firm - Washington DC

Law Firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join the team in the Washington DC office. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience in a large corporate setting or law firm, and will assist attorneys in document review and all aspects of case preparation.

Responsibilities

- Document organization
- Reviewing all relevant pleadings and documents and entering/updating events in the docket database
- File maintenance
- Preparation for depositions and trials
- Typing, formatting, and proofreading a variety of legal correspondence, briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Available for overtime and travel as needed

Academic and Professional Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree required
- Paralegal certificate a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

- 5+ years of large case experience to support busy litigation practice
- Previous trial experience is required
- Litigation experience in a large corporate setting or law firm is preferred but not required
- Ability to assist attorneys in document review and all aspects of case preparation
- Proficient with cite checking, blue booking, and legal editing
- Proficient with electronic court filing systems in the federal and state courts
- Experience conducting research, organizing information, drafting citations, and proofreading and editing documents
- Possess strong technological and computer capabilities, including knowledge of litigation technology
- Experience in IPro Eclipse is a plus
- Demonstrate excellent communication, grammar, and organizational skills
- Ability to complete assigned tasks with attention to detail; work with teams and under pressure; and meet deadlines

Salary and Benefits

Law Firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.

About Law Firm

Law Firm is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to

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Health, Dental, Life, 401(k)

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Document Organization, Reviewing Relevant Pleadings and Documents, Entering/Updating Events in the Docket Database, File Maintenance, Preparation for Depositions and Trials, Typing, Formatting, and Proofreading a Variety of Legal Correspondence, Briefs, Motions, and Pleadings

Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate a plus

Formally apply online, submit resume/CV

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree required, Paralegal certificate a plus

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