Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal Commercial Litigation NATIONAL LAW FIRM

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal who has experience working in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Works closely with attorneys, assisting in depositions, witness preparation, and research. The ideal candidate must have strong collaboration and task coordination skills, with the ability to quickly shift priorities within short notice.

Paralegal Litigation - Job Duties:

• Conduct research and analysis necessary to assist attorneys with drafting and revising court papers and exhibits.
• Draft and revise routine legal documents for attorney review and approval.
• Compile and prepare draft discovery requests and responses.
• 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 and attorneys through end of case.
• Assist with calendaring court dates, scheduling hearings, and arranging for court reporters.
• Electronically file legal case documents in State and Federal Courts and ADR and Admin forums.
• Prepare hearing and deposition materials.
• Appropriately and on a timely basis, record work to be billed to clients.
• Maintain good public relations with clients; observe confidentiality of attorney/client relationship.
• Work requires more than 37.5 hour per week from time to time to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours.
• Prioritize tasks.
• Work closely with administrative support staff. Maintains a team orientation towards work.
• Prepare all necessary materials needed for jury and non-jury trials.
• Attend trials and hearings as necessary.

Paralegal Litigation - Requirements

• Proven working experience as a Litigation Paralegal.
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to details.
• Extensive knowledge of court rules, practices and procedures.
• Possess high level of technical competency on all Microsoft Office and various other job-related software packages and applications. This includes Adobe Acrobat, Milana, Relativity, Excel, InTapp (or other paralegal time entry system).
• Possess strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate successfully with team, clients, and court personnel either in person, by phone or e-mail.

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• Commercial Litigation

Competitive salary and great benefits!

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