Litigation Paralegal

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Litigation Paralegal at a Leading Law Firm in Northwest Arkansas - Full Time

JOB SUMMARY

- Full-time position at Kutak Rock LLP in Northwest Arkansas
- Seeking experienced Litigation Paralegal for Fayetteville and Rogers offices
- Previous law firm experience preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Conduct legal and nonlegal research
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and correspondence
- Assist with case management and strategy
- Prepare for depositions and attend as needed
- Assist with discovery phase of litigation
- Prepare for trial and attend as needed
- Handle accounting responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS: SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- Attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree and/or legal assistant/paralegal program preferred
- Previous work experience in litigation department of a law firm preferred

BENEFITS

- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Flexible spending plan and health savings account
- Fertility coverage assistance
- Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits
- Discretionary bonuses and paid holidays
- Paid time off and other leave options
- Tuition reimbursement and employee referral program
- Domestic partner benefits and commuting benefits

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

- Offer of employment contingent upon successful background check
- Kutak Rock committed to inclusive and diverse workplace
- Focus on client service, integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness

ABOUT THE FIRM

- Founded in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service
- Leading national law firm with 19 locations
- Emphasizes core values of client service, integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness
- Offers intellectually challenging work, competitive compensation, and career development opportunities
- Focus on maintaining respectful, collegial, and equal opportunity workplace.

Not specified.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, Flexible Spending Plan, Health Savings Account, Fertility coverage assistance, Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits, Discretionary bonuses, Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year, Nine hours of paid time off accrued each month, Bereavement, jury duty, military leave, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee referral program, Domestic Partner Benefits, Commuting Benefits, Employer/Employee cost sharing.

Not specified.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Preference given to those with a Bachelor's degree and/or successful completion of an accredited legal assistant or paralegal program.

Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to the firm's Human Resources department via email, fax, or mail.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree or completion of an accredited legal assistant or paralegal program, or equivalent work experience in a law firm.

Legal