LITIGATION PARALEGAL
Location: Onsite
Reporting to the Legal Paraprofessionals Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting various attorneys with all administrative aspects of the Litigation section specialty.
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Input attorney and billable paralegal time into Workspace.
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Initiate opening of new files and closing of complete ones.
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Assist with basic legal research including but not limited to locating cases, statutes, and regulatory materials, conduct fact research on internet and private search engines.
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Attend, actively participate, and take notes at meetings.
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Collaborate and assist attorneys within other sections.
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Coordinate preparation of exhibits and witness lists.
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Draft, review, and edit correspondence (pleadings, petitions, motions, briefs, affidavits, contracts) and varied other specialty documents ensuring compliance with court rules.
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File any documents with courts, county, state, or federal agencies.
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Maintain contact with clients to track and analyze progress on a regular basis.
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Maintain open client list and calendar.
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Manage preparation of post-trial filings including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions as well as organize the case for appeal if necessary.
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Order any type of necessary report to maintain client satisfaction.
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Organize and maintain case files, schedule client conferences and attorney meetings.
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Prepare and submit attorney expense reports.
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Schedule couriers, court reporters, expert witnesses, and other special functions.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Required Skills:
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Associate degree in Paralegal studies or related field or equivalent experience required.
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3+ years law firm experience.
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Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
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Ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information; exercises discretion and good judgement.
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Deep understanding of legal terminology and principles, research methods, court processes.
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Effective time management skills and excellent organizational skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal and client service skills.
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Strong attention to detail particularly in proofreading.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills.
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Strong technology skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, E-Discovery, NetDocuments, Elite 3E; knowledgeable in Zoom or similar teleconference platforms.
Certifications:
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Paralegal Certificate preferred.
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Notary preferred.
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In office work at New York, NY location five days per week.
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Full-time, non-exempt, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (one hour lunch).
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Overtime (over 40 hours) may be required from time to time.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and 401(k) benefits offered.
Scarinci Hollenbeck is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
