Litigation Paralegal

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Nashville, TN office. This position will provide organizational and practice-specific assistance to attorneys in a specialized litigation team, preparing cases from onset through post-trial, including related research and analysis. Travel may be required on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial
• Oversee organization, maintenance, and appropriate utilization of electronic and hard-copy documents and other case-related materials, including maintenance of electronic case folders and tracking spreadsheets across various platforms
• Assist attorneys and other paralegals in large-scale projects outside of typical litigation scope
• Participate in document reviews and document productions; work with attorneys and other paralegals in navigating electronic databases as part of case fact development
• Perform analytical tasks; review and summarize documents and deposition transcripts
• Assist with basic legal research, including locating cases, statutes, and regulatory materials; conduct fact research on the internet and private search engines, such as Westlaw and Lexis
• Assist with law and motion practice, assemble motion papers and exhibits, coordinate filings of pleadings and briefs, and ensure proper service
• Draft common pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings
• Familiar with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc., and ensure compliance with rules
• Perform and oversee both simple and complex 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; and communicate effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
• Assist in preparation of post-trial filings, including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions, etc. and organize the case for an appeal, if necessary
• Maintain timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis
• Assist with other department activities as needed, and perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
• 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
• Experience in family law is a plus
• 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
• Ability to 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

Position may periodically require off-site work at a war room or the courthouse when the case goes to trial.