About the Job:
We are seeking an experienced and detailoriented Discovery Paralegal to join our legal team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through all phases of discovery in various legal cases. This role requires strong organizational skills legal knowledge and the ability to manage discovery tasks in a fastpaced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage discoveryrelated tasks for a highvolume caseload ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements.
- Draft and respond to discovery requests including interrogatories requests for production and requests for admission.
- Organize and review documents ensuring accurate identification and labeling of relevant materials.
- Utilize ediscovery tools to manage analyze and produce electronic evidence.
- Coordinate with clients opposing counsel and third parties to obtain necessary information and documentation.
- Conduct legal research related to discovery issues and assist attorneys in formulating discovery strategies.
- Prepare discoveryrelated motions objections and other filings.
- Maintain and organize discovery databases ensuring secure and efficient document storage.
- Assist in preparing summaries chronologies and other discovery materials for attorney review.
- Provide support during depositions hearings and trials including managing discoveryrelated exhibits and evidence.
Requirements:
- Paralegal certificate preferred.
- 3 years of experience as a paralegal with a focus on discovery.
- Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures court rules and discovery requirements.
- Familiarity with ediscovery tools and case management software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with discovery in complex litigation cases.
- Familiarity with state and federal discovery rules and related procedural nuances.
- Knowledge of legal technology platforms including ediscovery software.
- Prior experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.