Prestigious trial firm looking for a Litigation Paralegal to undertake a variety of paralegal duties within the Personal Injury department.
You will work under the supervision of the attorneys and managing paralegal in the litigation department.
*Responsibilities:*
· Handle high volume civil litigation cases, including personal injury and business litigation;
· Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with state and federal court;
· Assist in drafting pleading, notices, and discovery responses;
· Draft and process incoming and outgoing correspondence;
· Provide administrative assistance to attorneys, including managing calendars/deadlines;
· Schedule, confirm and assist attorneys in preparation for depositions;
· Prepare materials for review by expert witnesses;
· Assist in the preparation for court proceedings (including, but not limited to, assisting with trial preparation and maintaining communication with clients and experts);
· Organize and maintain electronic case files within the company software/case management system.
*Requirements:*
· Paralegal Certificate and bachelor’s degree or 6+ years of litigation experience;
· Minimum of 4+ years of litigation experience;
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
· Professional and courteous to clients and staff;
· Detail oriented, team player, positive, energetic, kind, well-spoken with excellent customer service skills;
· Perform at a high level fast-pace environment with minimal supervision;
· Skilled with computers and software as well as organized;
· Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Outlook, Word), Adobe Acrobat Pro, and typing speed over 60 WPM;
· Demonstrate good ethics, judgment and maintain the confidentiality of files.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.
00 - $90,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Work Location: In person