Litigation Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Aid attorneys in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial
• Oversee organization, maintenance, and utilization of electronic and hard-copy documents and other case-related materials
• Assist attorneys and other paralegals in large-scale projects outside of typical litigation scope
• Participate in document reviews and document productions
• Conduct analytical tasks, review and summarize documents and deposition transcripts
• Perform basic legal research, locate cases, statutes, and regulatory materials
• Assist with law and motion practice, assemble motion papers and exhibits, coordinate filings of pleadings and briefs, ensure proper service
• Draft common pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings
• Perform and oversee authority and fact cite-checking, confirm case quotes, proofread briefs and other legal documents
• Assist with trial preparations, create trial notebooks, identify and organize exhibits, coordinate witness schedules, maintain trial calendars, communicate with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
• Assist with post-trial filings, including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions, organize the case for an appeal if necessary
• Maintain timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and Paralegal Certification preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Minimum of 10 or more years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal working on complex litigation matters within a multi-lawyer law firm
• NALA certification preferred
• Exceptional computer skills, with the ability to learn and apply new software applications quickly
• Trial experience, including exhibit preparation, witness preparation, and management, knowledge of subpoena preparation, experience working with judicial assistants and trial presentation vendors, experience assisting attorneys in the courtroom
• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, as well as document management
• Proficiency with e-filing and litigation support applications such as e-discovery platforms (e.g., Everlaw or Relativity), FileSite/WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, cloud-based file-sharing platforms / FTP link platforms, and similar technology
• Communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff while anticipating the needs of attorneys, clients, and matters
• Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, outstanding organizational skills, and ability to learn new technology
• Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
• Skilled at drafting clear and concise memoranda, detailed fact summaries, pleadings, and other documents
• Flexibility to respond quickly and positively to shifting deadlines and/or strict deadlines, with the willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed, including weekends