Paralegal (Trial)

5-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

SEO FRIENDLY JOB TITLE: Experienced Paralegal - Trial Litigation - Philadelphia

H1 HEADING: Join Our Team as an Experienced Paralegal for Trial Litigation in Philadelphia

H2 HEADING: Essential Functions and Qualifications

BOLD HEADLINES:

- Duane Morris LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal for their Trial department in Philadelphia
- Join a global law firm with over 900 attorneys worldwide
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Minimum of 5 years of complex litigation experience required
- Opportunity to work on large case management, trial preparation, document production, and more
- Conduct legal research, prepare witness materials, and assist with depositions
- Excellent time management and communication skills necessary
- Must have a certification or associate's degree in paralegal studies, bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous experience with experts, medical records, and attending trials is a plus
- Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Data privacy and protection are a top priority for Duane Morris
- Join a team that values personal growth and development

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Prepare, organize, and file documents and correspondence with the court
- Conduct legal research and update internal databases
- Prepare materials for case preparation and assist with depositions
- Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Perform administrative duties and maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Accurately track and record all related billable and non-billable time
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, and briefs
- Communicate effectively with attorneys, court personnel, and third parties
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of 5 years of complex litigation experience
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- Experience with experts, medical records, and attending trials is a plus
- Strong legal research skills and working knowledge of legal database software
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Relativity, and Word

BENEFITS:

- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans
- Commuter, HSA, and FSA spending accounts
- Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
- 401k and Pension Plan
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus

EEO STATEMENT:

- Equal opportunity employer
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws
- Consideration for qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories
- Accommodations available for applicants with disabilities

DATA PRIVACY STATEMENT:

- Duane Morris LLP is committed to protecting personal data and respecting your privacy
- This privacy notice explains how we process personal data and how you can exercise your rights
- Personal data includes any information that identifies, or could reasonably be used to identify, a living individual
- Read this notice carefully and any other privacy notices that may apply to our use of your personal data

DISCLAIMER:

- This job description is not a contract or employment agreement and is not an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements
- Duane Morris reserves the right to amend, suspend, or terminate any benefit plan at any time
- Join a team that values personal growth and strives for excellence in all aspects of their work.

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Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans, commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage, 401k and Pension Plan, 22 PTO days, 11 paid holidays, Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)

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Legal research, document production, drafting pleadings and motions, trial preparation, case management, database software proficiency, time management, communication

Certification or associate's degree in paralegal studies, bachelor's degree preferred

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to [contact person name] at [email address].

Qualification and Experience Certification or associate's degree in paralegal studies, bachelor's degree preferred

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