POSITION SUMMARY:
The Litigation Project Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Litigation Technology Supervisor and Docket Clerk as well as a team of litigation legal professionals and paralegals. This role will assist litigation technology & e-discovery & provide backup support for litigation docketing. The Litigation Project Assistant will assist with the organization of litigation case materials, pre-trial preparation and the general overflow of projects as assigned by the litigation support team. This role requires strong communication, grammatical, proof reading and writing skills, as well as extreme attention to detail.
SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES:
- Provide hands on litigation technology support including database creation, management, and maintenance
- Assign Relativity user access and permissions
- Customize Relativity workspaces and assist with development of solutions to address specific case team needs
- QC files received from vendors, client and other third party sources as well as QC of processed data, incoming and outgoing productions
- Provide Relativity overview to new Litigation hires
- Track files received through the discovery process
- Assist with Litigation Docketing including backup support, monitoring docket inbox and running weekly reports for team or other reports upon request
- Support the litigation team with gathering relevant case documents; including but not limited to cited documents, patent applications, etc.
- Assist with general organization and preparation of litigation case materials such as production, discovery, pleadings and other related materials
- Assist with deposition preparation
- Assist with pre-trial and trial logistical needs
- Provide general assistance to litigation support team when needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Paralegal Certificate or related field preferred.
- 1 year of office experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of Relativity One both administrative and end-user experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Superior attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and strong organizational skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with individuals in all levels of the firm
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy/low percentage of errors
- Ability to adapt and accept changes in job responsibilities based on the strategic goals of the firm
- Ability to exhibit sound judgment, maintain confidentiality and use discretion
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor that effectively represents the firm
- Ability to show initiative and accept accountability for projects
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and competing deadlines
- Available to work before or after normal working hours as necessary in order to meet the demands of the job and needs of the firm.
Marshall Gerstein is committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of the most talented and qualified professionals. We recognize that diversity at all levels of our firm, and the collective strength of our differences, enables us to better serve our clients, create enduring relationships, provide a platform for continued success, and improve both the vibrancy and innovation of our working environment.
Marshall Gerstein & Borun LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60606
