Hybrid Litigation Paralegal

Hybrid Litigation Paralegal / 401K Match / Amazing Office / Great Benefits

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Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

A distinguished national law firm renowned for its exceptional legal acumen, client service, and unwavering integrity. With a robust team of over 650 lawyers, the firm operates across 13 offices strategically located in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and the District of Columbia. The firm prides itself on delivering a boutique-firm experience, ensuring clients receive personalized attention, responsiveness, and the development of deep relationships. The firm's attorneys and staff blend legal expertise with a nuanced understanding of industries, crafting practical and strategic solutions tailored to the unique business operations of their clients. Through a commitment to going above and beyond expectations,

The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for assisting attorneys during the litigation process, with an emphasis on financial services litigation. This includes but is not limited to handling pre-claim investigations, drafting legal documents, maintaining indexes and organizing case files

Why join us?

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in our litigation team, providing comprehensive support throughout the litigation process. This role requires a deep understanding of pretrial and post-trial litigation processes, and the ability to handle a multitude of tasks simultaneously while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support, including but not limited to drafting pleadings, preparing and responding to discovery requests, and preparing for depositions and trials.
• Conduct extensive legal research using resources such as Lexis and Westlaw.
• Efficiently manage and maintain all aspects of the litigation calendar.
• Prepare and file court documents electronically (e-filing) and ensure all filings comply with court rules and deadlines.
• Review and analyze complex legal documents, and prepare pre- and post-trial briefs.
• Perform cite-checking, shepardizing, and bluebooking tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness of all legal documents.
• Coordinate and assist in all phases of trial preparation, including organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witnesses.
• Utilize the (ISC)2 system for E-Discovery and other litigation support tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 7 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Proficient in e-filing, legal research, and litigation support.
• Experience with E-Discovery and (ISC)2.
• Strong knowledge of the pretrial and post-trial litigation process.
• Proven experience with drafting pleadings and preparing legal documents.
• Proficient in legal research platforms such as Lexis and Westlaw.
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in cite-checking, bluebooking, and shepardizing.
• Demonstrated experience in deposition and trial preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

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