Job Title: Experienced Litigation Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
The role of the Experienced Litigation Paralegal at the law firm encompasses a broad range of responsibilities aimed at providing comprehensive support to trial counsel throughout all stages of litigation. Key duties include:
- Drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents.
- Conducting thorough factual investigations to aid in case preparation.
- Assisting attorneys in preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
- Providing direct support during trial proceedings.
- Managing, organizing, and reviewing complex litigation documents.
- Proficiency in using document review platforms such as Relativity.
- Navigating electronic and paper filing procedures in both state and federal courts.
- Conducting effective legal research and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of relevant court rules.
- Utilizing collaboration and productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams and Asana.
- Efficiently managing multiple projects and priorities for different attorneys simultaneously.
- Accurately recording billable hours.
- Willingness to work overtime and travel for trials as required.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Experienced Litigation Paralegal position must meet the following educational and experience requirements:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
- A minimum of five years of litigation experience.
- Proven ability to work independently.
- Strong organizational abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Experienced Litigation Paralegal position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The law firm is committed to equal employment opportunities and ensures that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or marital status.
Additional Information:
The position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional travel required to one of the firm's offices for training, trial preparation, and other in-person events. Candidates must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes are only accepted for jobs posted, and only candidates moving on to the next step in the recruitment process will be contacted. The law firm appreciates the interest of all applicants and will reach out if further action is necessary.
Applicants are also informed of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws and are encouraged to review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor for further information.
