Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Draft routine legal documents
• Manage multiple cases from start to trial
• Collect documents from various sources
• Collect, organize, analyze and summarize medical records
• Review and analyze documents
• Conduct various document searches and factual research
• Aid attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, and case management
• Prepare summaries of deposition transcripts, discovery materials, and case documents
• Maintain case files, deadlines, and litigation support materials

Skills

• Experience assisting in all phases of litigation from case inception through trial
• Experience in toxic tort, product liability, environmental, asbestos, chemical exposure, or other complex litigation matters preferred
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, experts, and vendors
• Strong writing skills with the ability to draft and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and document productions
• Experience preparing summaries of deposition transcripts, medical records, and discovery materials
• Ability to gather and analyze information from a variety of sources, including legal research and case-related records
• Ability to quickly understand and work with complex case materials, technical documents, and varying litigation subject matters
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines within an active litigation practice
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to evolving case needs and maintain organized case files
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability with the flexibility to handle a wide range of litigation support responsibilities
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, follow through on assignments, and proactively manage responsibilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Professional and/or Adobe DC
• Experience with e-discovery and document management platforms such as Nextpoint, Relativity, or similar systems preferred
• Experience with time entry and billing practices preferred
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments effectively

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred from accredited school
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Two-plus years' experience as a toxic tort and/or general litigation paralegal preferred