Senior Paralegal (Health Care)

About the role

Senior Paralegals are members of Practice Support and provide substantive support to attorneys handling state and federal court litigation from case initiation through discovery, hearings, trial, and post-trial proceedings. Under attorney supervision, they coordinate discovery and case materials, support court filings and litigation deadlines, and guide assigned paralegals and project assistants. The position has a minimum annual billing requirement of 1,600 hours.

Responsibilities

• Support complex litigation in state and federal courts as assigned
• Organize, manage, and update client files/pleadings (electronic and paper copies)
• Coordinate and provide guidance on case and project workflow for paralegals and project assistants
• Cite Check, Blue Book, and proofread pleadings, briefs and other documents as required
• Prepare and coordinate filing and service of pleadings, motions, briefs, and supporting materials in electronic and paper form in state and federal courts; review submissions for compliance with applicable procedural rules, local rules, judge-specific requirements, and court orders, in coordination with attorneys and Litigation Docketing/Court Services
• Review and analyze client files, data, and documents to assist in the investigation of facts and allegations involved in discovery
• Coordinate document collection, review, and production with attorneys, clients, Practice Technology, and outside vendors; maintain discovery and production trackers and prepare witness files for depositions or trial
• Coordinate and prepare legal teams in client meetings, hearings, arbitrations, and/or trials
• Draft, edit, and proofread cover letters, internal and administrative memos, and Word documents
• Provide data entry support on litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets
• Perform searches in various litigation databases
• Schedule and track depositions and filing deadlines; coordinate fact and expert deposition logistics, including court reporters, videographers, remote platforms, exhibits, transcripts, and errata; organize expert materials and track reports and supporting documents
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of case chronologies
• Index and summarize documents and depositions
• Assist attorneys with preparing discovery requests and responses, deposition notices, and subpoenas; coordinate service, track responses and third-party productions, and coordinate discovery and filings with courts or government agencies
• Perform legal and factual research
• Assist with redactions, privilege logs, and document production quality control under attorney supervision
• Act as team liaison with litigation docketing to ensure that all matter deadlines are recorded and reported
• Organize final transcripts and admitted exhibits, assist with assembling appellate records as assigned, and coordinate matter closeout and retention of case materials in accordance with firm procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; ABA Paralegal Certification preferred
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible litigation paralegal experience supporting state and federal court matters, including hands-on experience with court filings, discovery, document productions, deposition preparation, and hearing or trial preparation
• Experience supporting complex litigation preferred
• Courtroom and trial attendance experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work for members of assigned practice groups
• Ability to apply technical knowledge, analyze and interpret data from several sources, and solve problems by applying precedent or extrapolating from previous experience
• Strong attention to detail, including superior spelling and grammar
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a cooperative manner
• Proficiency with Relativity or comparable document review platforms, including searches, document organization, redactions, and production workflows
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF tools for preparing complex litigation submissions and managing case information; working knowledge of PowerPoint
• Records management skills
• Working knowledge of state and federal civil procedure, local court rules, and judge-specific filing practices; experience with PACER/CM/ECF and applicable state electronic filing systems
• Ability to manage assigned litigation workstreams with limited day-to-day direction, identify issues requiring attorney attention, and provide task guidance to junior team members
• Demonstrated ability to handle privileged, confidential, and protected information in accordance with attorney instructions, protective orders, and firm procedures
• Ability to safely lift, move and carry boxes without assistance, weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel or work overtime as necessary

Pay

• $81,000 – $120,000 — Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC
• $88,000 – $140,000 — New York City

The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave, plus progressive options such as backup childcare, wellness programs, cultural events, and social activities.