Paralegal
Job Title: Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
The Paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys in various aspects of commercial litigation. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing assistance in fact investigation, witness interviews, drafting pleadings and correspondence, legal research, document preparation and production, database management, docketing/case management, trial preparation, trial attendance, and overall client service.
- Developing technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research; and project folder/electronic file maintenance.
- Organizing and managing files independently or delegating similar tasks to a Paralegal Assistant.
- Preparing materials for and assisting in preparation for depositions, hearings, trials, and related proceedings, and attending the same if needed.
- Engaging in pre-trial preparation and trial attendance.
- Preparing draft pleadings and discovery.
- Coordinating the filing of pleadings/documents and arranging for service.
- Collecting and summarizing medical and/or other records.
- Assisting with calendaring/docketing.
- Collaborating with attorneys in multiple offices.
- Acting as a liaison between clients, colleagues, and experts to ensure timely communication of case information and production of materials.
- Staying informed of developments in Commercial Litigation practice areas and the Paralegal industry.
- Attending and participating in internal CLEs.
- Anticipating attorney needs.
- Serving as a mentor to a Paralegal Assistant or a more junior Paralegal, as needed.
- Meeting an annual billable hour target of 1500.
- Performing other duties as required.
Education and Experience Information:
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Education: A Bachelor's degree or better in Legal Studies or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 3-7 years of relevant experience in commercial litigation is required. Additionally, candidates with 2 years of trial experience and 2 years of Relativity experience are preferred.
Salary Information:
Compensation for the Paralegal position is commensurate with skill and experience, with exact compensation varying based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:
- State of California: $84,000 - $112,000
- State of Colorado: $67,000 - $92,000
- State of Illinois: $72,000 - $98,000
- State of Maryland: $70,000 - $98,000
- State of Massachusetts: $76,000 - $90,000
- State of Minnesota: $89,000 - $100,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $85,000 - $116,000
- State of New York: $79,000 - $116,000
- State of Washington: $78,000 - $106,000
- Washington, DC: $85,000 - $115,000
The salaries mentioned above do not include a discretionary bonus, which is non-guaranteed and dependent upon individual and firm performance.
Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements.
Additional Information:
- The job description provided is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
- The law firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants requiring accommodations are encouraged to reach out to the HR team.
- The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. They encourage applications from minorities, females, disabled individuals, and veterans.
- Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume when applying for the position.
