Job Description

Job Summary

The firm seeks a talented Litigation Paralegal who will be the backbone of the trial team. They will manage all the details throughout every phase of the trial – from investigations to pleadings and discovery.

The Litigation Paralegal works very closely with attorneys, assisting in depositions, witness preparation, and research. The paralegal is typically the one who prepares and handles all exhibits. They will also act as an assistant to the attorney during the court proceedings. Once the trial is over, the Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for closing out the case documents

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes to prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, or appeals, etc. for use by attorneys.
• Draft routine legal documents for review and use by attorneys.
• Compile and prepare draft discovery responses.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices.
• Categorize and interpret data; review and analyze reports, responses and records produced by opposing counsel. Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation by way of consistent communication with client, claims and full partnership with attorney through end of case.

Requirements

• High attention to detail
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices. Etc.
• Excellent legal writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
• Extensive computer and database expertise
• Ability to work under pressure
• Associate’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• ABA-approved paralegal certification with a focus on litigation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,500.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday with the possibility of travel for trial
• Work Location: In person

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