High Value Litigation Paralegal

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

High Value Litigation Paralegal at Leading Law Firm in Philadelphia, PA

Are you an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking for a new challenge? Look no further than Morgan & Morgan! As a high value Litigation Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting our talented attorneys and fighting for consumer rights. Join our team of over 3,000 employees who are all united by one mission: For the People.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, and complaints
- E-file all court documents in state and federal court
- Communicate with clients, court, counsel, and others
- Conduct legal research and factual investigation
- Prepare discovery documents and responses
- Draft and serve summonses
- Coordinate and summarize depositions
- Prepare trial binders and exhibits
- Assist with drafting pleadings, motions, and appellate documents
- Perform administrative duties such as calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and manage logistics
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests
- Gather relevant information from various sources
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
- Prepare witnesses for trial
- Assist with case settlements
- Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualifications:

- Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
- 10+ years of litigation experience
- Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
- Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas (preferred)
- Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings
- Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, etc.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and typing speed of at least 35 wpm

Benefits:

At Morgan & Morgan, we value our employees and offer an excellent benefits package, including:

- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Morgan & Morgan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

E-Verify Participation:

As part of our commitment to following all federal laws and regulations, Morgan & Morgan participates in E-Verify. This means that we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the . If there are any issues with your legal authorization to work, we will assist you in resolving them before taking any action against your employment status.

Privacy Policy:

To learn more about how we protect your privacy, please refer to our privacy policy on our website.

Join our team at Morgan & Morgan and make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans. Apply now for the High Value Litigation Paralegal position in Philadelphia, PA.

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Medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays

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Legal research, drafting legal documents, e-filing, case management, communication, organization, multitasking, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, typing

Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred), completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their resume and cover letter through the company's website or by following the instructions in the job posting.

Qualification and Experience Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred), 10+ years of litigation experience, completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred), experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas (preferred)

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