Senior Paralegal, Litigation

About the Firm

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world's key financial centers and political capitals, more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice, and creative, practical solutions.

About the Role

The paralegal is a vital member of the litigation case team, responsible for general case maintenance and case support. The litigation paralegal works directly with attorneys, clerks, and other firm support departments and oversees case projects. Ideal candidates must be highly motivated and conscientious, with exceptional organization, communication skills, and a sharp eye for detail. Above-average oral and written skills, as well as exceptional interpersonal skills, are required.

Responsibilities

• Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications
• Online research (LexisNexis/Westlaw, PACER, CM/ECF)
• Prepares motion papers, court filings, and correspondence; liaises between various litigation support departments
• Organize, review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for ECF filings
• Conduct electronic document reviews and searches of production databases for documents
• Bates and confidentiality stamping in Adobe Acrobat when producing documents outside of electronic database
• Deliver electronic media and corresponding cover letters; track delivery of production materials
• Assist attorneys with preparation of materials such as assembling exhibits and relevant documents for depositions, trials, and arbitrations
• Reserve conference rooms and in-house services; arrange for court reporter and videographer services for on-site depositions
• Organize and maintain electronic records of deposition transcripts, videos, and hard copy records of original and certified transcripts
• Review transcripts and videos for errata
• Knowledge of cite-checking/Bluebook
• Draft Table of Authorities (TOA) and Table of Contents (TOC)
• Assist with additional case-related projects as needed
• Assist with training and mentoring entry-level paralegals
• Overtime and travel may be required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience in state and federal trial courts (required)

Skills

• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other office tools, including document review software and document management systems

Pay

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $90,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

Benefits

Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.