Trial Litigation Paralegal

Job Description:

Overall the paralegal will be responsible for providing organizational and projectbased support from case inception through case closure and will be responsible for the coordination of all details before during and after trial.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Creates and implements all elements of litigation case management systems including file management (electronic and hard copy) case calendaring discoveryrelated tasks and trial activities.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Assist attorneys with document reviews (setup coordination of hot doc binders preparation of privilege logs conduct searches as needed etc.).
• Assist with preparation of state and federal court filings including coordination of service copies delivery of documents to Court preparation of litigation backs and other specific document preparation as required by the specific Court or Judge.
• Draft and review routine legal documents as requested by attorneys.
• Conduct precedent and legal research under attorney supervision.
• Comfortable interacting with outside entities (e.g. courts government agencies expert witnesses corporations vendors and other law firms) to gather information or coordinate activities as needed in support of upcoming depositions trials arbitrations.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with others to facilitate a positive work environment.
• Impeccable writing and communication skills excellent attention to detail strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.

Experience and Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree required; Paralegal Certification is a plus.
• Previous trial experience (at least two high profile trials)
• Strong attention to detail and accountability
• Ability to communicate with individuals of all levels within the firm in a courteous and professional manner.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of matters and manage time and expectations.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
• Excellent judgment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook as well as knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Must be available for overtime and travel (for trials) as needed.

• Bonus
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Remote Work :

No