Paralegal (Mass Tort)
Position
Responsibilities
Requirements
Qualifications
Skills
Benefits
Pay
Schedule
Join a firm that is shaping front-page headlines pursuing justice every day, whether litigating some of the most significant civil and human rights cases of our time or ensuring that companies take responsibility for their actions and remediate the harm they have caused. DiCello Levitt, a nationally prominent, Chambers and Benchmark-rated law firm with offices nationwide, is seeking a full-time Paralegal in our Cleveland, Ohio office supporting the Personal Injury practice group.
Responsibilities
- Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure all necessary documentation is up-to-date and accessible.
- Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates, gathering information, and addressing inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation, including statutes, case law, and other legal references relevant to ongoing cases.
- Accurately enter and update case-related data into case management systems, ensuring that all information is properly logged and easily accessible for ongoing casework.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
- Review case documents for relevance, accuracy, and completeness, ensuring all pertinent information is captured and organized effectively.
- Draft and send a high volume of written correspondence, including letters, emails, and status updates, to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a clear, professional, and timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Skilled in organizing and maintaining electronic case files.
- Strong written and verbal communication for drafting documents and client interaction.
- Proficient with legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), with the ability to adapt to new technologies as needed.
- Familiar with court rules, filing deadlines, and legal processes.
- Able to thrive and maintain organization while managing competing priorities and working under pressure in a dynamic, high-volume setting.
- Understanding of and adherence to ethical guidelines and confidentiality requirements, ensuring client information and case details are protected.
- Commitment to continuing legal education and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or certification in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or similar field of study preferred.
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a paralegal, with a minimum of 1 year of mass tort litigation experience.
- Experience with case management systems, preferably Litify (Salesforce) or Needles.
Skills
- Skilled in organizing and maintaining electronic case files.
- Strong written and verbal communication for drafting documents and client interaction.
- Proficient with legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Familiar with court rules, filing deadlines, and legal processes.
- Able to thrive and maintain organization while managing competing priorities and working under pressure in a dynamic, high-volume setting.
- Understanding of and adherence to ethical guidelines and confidentiality requirements, ensuring client information and case details are protected.
- Commitment to continuing legal education and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, effective the first day of the month following your start date: medical, dental, vision
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- Additional Insurance Plans: Life and AD&D and Short-Term Disability plans
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer contribution
Pay
Salary Range: TBD
Schedule
Full-time position, 4 days a week onsite in Mentor, OH.
DiCello Levitt LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual's race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. DiCello Levitt LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of DiCello Levitt LLP without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of DiCello Levitt LLP. Please, no phone calls or emails. DiCello Levitt LLP provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the interviewing process and on the job. Please include any reasonable accommodation needs in your application.
For more information, visit our website: www.dicellolevitt.com.
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