Litigation Paralegal

in Legal Support

Job Detail

Responsibilities/Job Duties:

Perform all elements of litigation case management, including file management, case calendaring, discovery, and trial activities
Assist with all aspects of discovery including collection, document production and review
Draft documents/pleadings including, but not limited to, the following: subpoenas, deposition notices, document requests, document responses, responses to interrogatories, requests for admissions, complaints, and answers to complaints
Cite check, Blue Book and proofread state and Federal filings
Organizing electronic and hard copy files
Conduct factual and basic legal research under attorney supervision
Coordinate and oversee the tasks of more junior paralegals and other support staff as needed on large litigation matters
Interact with outside entities (e.g. courts, government agencies, expert witnesses, corporations, vendors and other law firms) and coordinate activities as needed
Continuously refine, develop, and expand skills in anticipation of changes in the work environment or profession
Provide legal support across all phases of litigation and handle miscellaneous legal tasks that arise

Qualifications:

BS/BA, Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification
Minimum 5 years work experience as a litigation paralegal
Experience with all stages of litigation, including intake, discovery, and trial
Experience preparing for and attending trials/arbitrations/hearings
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
Proficient with litigation software and document review platforms, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and docketing rules
Experience with antitrust matters, HSR filings and DOJ/FTC review process a plus
Strong written and oral communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must consistently demonstrate sound judgment