Litigation Paralegal - (General Liability & Professional Liability)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Litigation Support & Case Management:
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Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through resolution.
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Manage and organize case files, databases, and electronic document management systems.
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Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including court dates, discovery deadlines, and internal case milestones.
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Ensure case materials are accurate, organized, and readily accessible to support litigation strategy.
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Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel regarding case status and procedural matters.
Discovery & Document Management:
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Assist with all phases of discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses.
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Organize document productions and assist with document review.
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Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
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Manage electronic documents and case databases using applicable legal technology and document management systems.
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Assist with creating PowerPoint presentations and other case-related materials.
Subpoenas & Records Coordination:
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Prepare, serve, and track subpoenas throughout the litigation process.
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Follow up with providers and other parties to obtain records needed to support litigation matters.
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Monitor subpoena compliance and coordinate document production.
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Track service, responses, and outstanding records to ensure applicable deadlines are met.
Motion Practice & Trial Preparation:
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Support motion practice and trial preparation.
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Prepare exhibits, witness materials, trial binders, and other materials required for hearings and trials.
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Coordinate court filings and assist attorneys with preparation for legal proceedings.
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Attend hearings and trials with attorneys on an occasional basis.
Administrative & Attorney Support:
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Coordinate filings, discovery, scheduling, and other litigation-related activities.
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Assist attorneys with organizing and preparing materials for case strategy and proceedings.
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Work independently while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
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Provide reliable, professional, and collaborative support to the litigation team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
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1–3 years of litigation experience as a paralegal or legal secretary.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF software.
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Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage is a plus.
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Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Professional, reliable, and collaborative demeanor.
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Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel.
BENEFITS:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Health Advocate.
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Short-term and long-term disability programs.
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Parental leave.
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Military leave.
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Life insurance.
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401(k).
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Flexible Spending Plan.
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12 paid holidays.
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Vacation, sick, and personal paid time off.
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Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels, and more.
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Identity theft protection.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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Collaborative and team-focused law firm environment.
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Supports General Liability and Professional Liability litigation matters.
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Works closely with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, and outside counsel.
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Fast-paced environment requiring strong organization and attention to detail.
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Opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting experienced litigation attorneys.
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Occasional attendance at hearings and trials with attorneys.
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Requires the ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.