Summary:
The candidate will be responsible for administrative case management and litigation support.
Essential Job Functions:
- Formatting briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents
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Drafts, revises, and assembles contracts
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Filing legal documents (e-filing skills are preferred)
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Organized and proficient with technology and the development of systems to increase efficiency.
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Capable of tracking deadlines and moving forward with case progress.
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Use technical knowledge and experience to evaluate documents and prepare presentation material related to construction claims.
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Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court
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Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
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Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
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Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
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Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
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Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
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Assist with case settlements
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Prepare exhibits for motions
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
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Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt quickly to meet changing deadlines and priorities.
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Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem-solving.
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
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2-5 years of law firm experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant preferred
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High School Diploma required
- Paralegal Certificate preferred
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- In office position
- Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
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Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.
