Paralegal

Paralegal

We are seeking a highly motivated and dependable Paralegal to support our client';s legal team. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, organized, and cooperative individual with a strong ability to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced civil litigation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management & Document Handling:

  • Organize and maintain document-intensive files from the inception of a case through its completion.

  • Conduct factual investigations and interviews to identify key parties, related issues, and relevant documents for discovery.

  • Review E-discovery and production documents to extract and prepare key materials.

  • Assist in the preparation of answers to interrogatories and responses to requests for production of documents, including electronically stored information.

• Litigation Support:

  • Coordinate depositions of parties as requested by attorneys.

  • Summarize and organize depositions, records, medical records, and testimony using litigation support technology.

  • Assist with all aspects of case litigation and trial preparation, including identifying and marking exhibits for motions, position papers, mediations, depositions, and trial.

  • Assist in trial with exhibits, demonstrative aids, and witnesses.

• Drafting & Administrative Tasks:

  • Draft various pleadings and filings for civil litigation matters at the federal and state levels.

  • Verify case citations in briefs for accuracy and current validity using legal research platforms like Westlaw.

  • Maintain attorney calendars and track case deadlines to ensure compliance.

  • Maintain accurate timesheets and meet firm deadlines in accordance with firm policies.

• Communication & Interaction:

  • Interact with various government and court officials, as well as with clients.

  • Exhibit a high degree of dependability and cooperation when working with attorneys, clients, and other support staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with a high degree of motivation and initiative.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.

• Proven ability to meet required deadlines.

• Dependability and a cooperative attitude.

• Flexibility to perform other duties as required to support the legal team.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $35.00 Per Hour