Paralegal

7-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Paralegal - Portland, OR

Littler Mendelson is seeking an experienced Paralegal for its Portland, OR office. The Paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys and other paralegals in all stages of the litigation process. This position offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Initial review of case to assist attorneys’ evaluation of case. Draft case chronologies, “cast of characters”, answers and other pleadings; oversee receipt and intake of client documents.
• Coordinate the written and documentary discovery process. Draft discovery requests and responses for attorney review, coordinate production of documentary responses, review sufficiency of written and documentary responses. Attend document production, interact with client to obtain pertinent documents.
• Coordinate and handle deposition process. Coordinate and schedule lay and expert depositions, draft deposition outlines and select potential exhibits for attorney review, select relevant material for expert review, attend depositions, summarize transcripts. Prepare and serve subpoenas; arrange for court reporters/video technicians.
• Coordinate creation of litigation support database. Coordinate the creation of database in-house or litigation support firms, coordinate receipt and transfer of documents for document imaging using LiveNote to perform deposition summaries, word searches and provide links to written and imaged databases.
• Assist in factual investigations. Assist in or coordinate with investigators witnesses searches, interview clients, employees, or third party witnesses, conduct public records searches, review and summarize employment and medical records for attorney review.
• Coordinate and assist in trial preparation. Coordinate compilation of trial binders, trial exhibits, demonstrative exhibits, coordinate arrangements for equipment and use of offsite trial facilities; assist with preparation of motions in limine, jury instructions, witness and exhibit lists; draft direct and cross examinations; assist with jury selection, operate trial preservation software, and attend trial.
• Perform basic legal and medical research, utilizing library books, on line research tools and internet, cite checking and shepardizing.
• File maintenance within Firm standard. Prepare files for storage or return to client. Assist in the post-trial and appeal process by performing such tasks as polling jury members, drafting memoranda of costs, cite-checking Motions for JNOV and/or new trial and appellate briefs, and creating and coordinating the assembly of excerpts of record.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of seven years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate law department and possess a solid understanding of litigation issues and process.
• BA/BS degree or a certificate from an accredited paralegal program in addition to two years of experience in a law firm or corporate law environment.
• Experience in coordinating case clerks and other paralegals preferred; coordinating all phases of case management for class actions and document intensive litigation using automated databases and automated document retrieval and imaging systems.
• Familiarity with both Oregon and Federal courts, and court procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, LiveNote, Relativity and other litigation support programs, and on-line research tools
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff and clients and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team member.

Salary and Benefits

Littler Mendelson offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package to full-time and part-time employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children. In addition, we provide a superior 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, mental health programs, family building and caregiving, generous paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, flexible spending accounts, and an employee referral bonus program.

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About Littler Mendelson

At Littler Mendelson, we understand that workplace issues can’t wait. With access to more than 1,800 employment attorneys in over 100 offices around the world, our clients don’t have to. We aim to go beyond best practices, creating solutions that help clients navigate a complex business world. What’s distinct about our approach? With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, we are fully focused on your business. With a diverse team of the brightest minds, we foster a culture that celebrates original thinking. And with powerful proprietary technology, we disrupt the status quo—delivering groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers not just for what’s happening today, but for what’s likely to happen tomorrow. For over 75 years, our firm has harnessed these strengths to offer fresh perspectives on each matter we advise, litigate, mediate, and negotiate. Because at Littler, we’re fueled by ingenuity and inspired by you.

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Littler Mendelson is seeking an experienced Paralegal for its Portland, OR office.

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Comprehensive health, dental and vision plan for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children. In addition, we provide a superior 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, mental health programs, family building and caregiving, generous paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, flexible spending accounts, and an employee referral bonus program.

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BA/BS degree or a certificate from an accredited paralegal program.

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