Litigation Paralegal

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal - Employment Law
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in legal field, preferably in employment law
Location: Remote (Hybrid) with some travel to Portland, OR

H1: Join a Leading National Law Firm Focused on Employment Law
H2: We Are Hiring a Litigation Paralegal for Our Portland Office

Are you a skilled paralegal with a passion for employment law? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience with e-discovery and trial preparation? If so, we want you to join our team at Jackson Lewis ., a premier national law firm with a focus on labor and employment law.

About Us:
- Established in 1958, with 950+ attorneys across major cities in the US
- Consistently recognized as a top tier firm in labor and employment litigation, as well as employment and labor law for management
- Committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity in the workplace

Job Summary:
As a litigation paralegal, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, including e-discovery, document management, trial preparation, and more. With attorney supervision, you will play a crucial role in supporting our clients and ensuring their legal needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation of pleadings, discovery, and administrative filings in federal and state court matters and arbitration proceedings
- Analyze and organize documents and data from discovery materials
- Prepare deposition and record subpoenas, and assist with deposition outlines and summaries
- Conduct legal research and assist with motion preparation
- Maintain calendars, assist with billing and invoice processing, and update client matter reports
- Liaise with courts and litigation vendors
- Prepare responses to audit requests
- Keep up-to-date with developments and procedures in relevant forums

Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a legal setting, preferably with a focus on employment law
- Proficiency in Windows environment and legal software such as Lexis and Pacer
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player with a strong client service mindset
- ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred

Educational Requirements:
- Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Paralegal degree or related certificate, or equivalent minimum
- ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred

At Jackson Lewis, we understand the value of diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Join our team and be a part of a firm that values and supports its employees! Apply now for the Litigation Paralegal position.

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E-discovery, Document Management, Legal Research, Trial Preparation, CaseMap, TrialMap, Trial Director

Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred, Paralegal degree or related certificate, high school diploma or equivalent minimum, ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred

Applicants must apply through the employer's website or job portal.

Qualification and Experience Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred, Paralegal degree or related certificate, high school diploma or equivalent minimum, ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred

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