We are conducting a search for a skilled Litigation Paralegal with 7+ years of law firm and litigation experience.
The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process.
What You’ll Do:
· Summarizing cases and preparing reports for attorneys and clients
· Conducting research, investigating facts and informing attorneys
· Drafting, proofreading and preparing legal documents such as audits and pleadings
· Drafting case summaries and status for Lawyers and clients
· Preparing and filing documents with courts
· Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases
· Tracking and updating case databases with status and pertinent case information
· Preparing court statements and forms
· Managing records, projects and calendars to make sure everything functions smoothly
· Indexing and updating pleadings and discovery binders
· Collecting, organizing and tracking documents
· Managing calendars and making travel arrangements for Lawyers
· Supporting legal research and communicating with vendors, experts, Lawyers, opposing counsel and other staff
· Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
· Organize exhibits, documents, briefs and appendices
· Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
· Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
· Redact information from documents
· Assist in trial preparation by preparing binders, indexing discovery, and preparing trial exhibits
What You’ll Bring:
· Proven working experience as a litigation paralegal - 7 years’ experience
· Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
· Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, etc.
· Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines
· Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
· Extensive computer and database expertise (WestLaw, Lexis, CourtMap, Efiling, MSExcel and Word skills necessary) and typing.