Senior Legal Assistant - Litigation (Paralegal)

5-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

# Senior Legal Assistant - Litigation (Paralegal)
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to join their Legal Assistant Services team in the Palo Alto Office. This position utilizes experience and knowledge of case resources and methods to assist with advanced, complex tasks and projects, with minimal supervision, throughout all phases and aspects of Litigation work, while providing guidance to legal practice assistants, legal assistants, attorneys and other professional staff.

## Qualifications
To be successful in this role, candidates must have:

* Working knowledge of California state court and Northern District of California rules and procedures
* Working knowledge of Federal Court rules and procedures, including civil and criminal rules
* Demonstrated experience working on trade secret and/or patent litigation cases
* Demonstrated experience working on government investigations, including investigations by the SEC and DOJ
* Demonstrated ability with complex court filings, in both paper and electronic (e-filing) formats
* Advanced knowledge of Excel
* Ability to fluently navigate various electronic databases and document management systems
* Working knowledge of Relativity and other e-discovery applications such as TextMap and CaseMap
* Knowledge of Firm operation, policies and procedures
* Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
* Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR and other court-related websites and/or media and financial services
* Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
* Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
* Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
* Ability to assume responsibility for assigned projects and tasks
* Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
* Ability to organize and prioritize work
* Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
* Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Demonstrates close attention to detail
* Flexibility to travel as required
* Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

## Experience/Education

* Bachelor’s degree
* Must be able to meet the requirements of a California Paralegal under CA Business and Professions Code section 6450
* Minimum of five years of experience in a legal assistant position or a position requiring similar skillset, expertise and experience

## Responsibilities

The Senior Legal Assistant (Paralegal) is responsible for:

* Assisting with the preparation and filing of California state court and Federal Court pleadings and other court papers.
* Preparing and handling technical, complex filings, including sealing procedures.
* Pulling cases, shepardizing briefs and assisting with cite-checking.
* Providing support throughout all phases of discovery, including document review, production and depositions.
* Assisting with complex tracking and data analysis projects.
* Assisting with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, trials and/or client meetings.
* Proofreading briefs, memoranda of law, opinions and other documents.
* Assisting with retrieval of rules, regulations and company profiles.
* Handling advanced, complex projects.
* Ensuring that all Litigation case files are maintained within Department-approved protocols and case management systems, and seeks to improve workflows regarding storage and recall of electronic and paper files.
* Organizing and managing electronic and paper files.
* Maintaining the integrity of client files.
* Performing non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR and other media and financial services sites, and/or other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.
* Assisting partners, associates and other legal assistants across offices, practice areas and throughout departments, as needed.
* Demonstrating effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
* Managing Firm resources responsibly.
* Complying with and understanding Firm operation, policies and procedures.
* Performing other related duties as assigned.

## Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is their people and the culture, community, and spirit of collaboration they have created. They believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be their best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that they do. They know that inclusion, equity, and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make them better and is vital to the Firm's success. Their goal is for everyone at the Firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of their attorneys and professional staff.

## Benefits

Skadden offers generous benefits to help their team achieve wellness in all areas of their life, including:

* Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
* Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits.
* Generous paid time off.
* Paid leave options, including parental.
* In-classroom

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses, Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits, Generous paid time off, Paid leave options, including parental, In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities, Robust well-being classes and programs, Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities

California State Court Rules and Procedures, Northern District of California Rules and Procedures, Federal Court Rules and Procedures, Civil and Criminal Rules, Document Management Systems, Electronic Databases, Research Tools, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, Court-Related Websites, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Relativity, TextMap, CaseMap, Troubleshooting, Analytical, Planning

Qualification and Experience Bachelor’s Degree, California Paralegal under CA Business and Professions Code section 6450, Minimum of five years of experience in a legal assistant position

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