Main Duties & Responsibilities
This is an opportunity to work directly in Big Law. The Litigation Paralegal I support case teams in all phases of the litigation practice, from pre-complaint to trial and appeal. The Litigation Paralegal I will be responsible for organizing and managing electronic and hard copy document collections. Legal and factual cite checking. Trial preparation and attendance. Prioritize and manage multiple cases/projects. Team oriented with a collaborative focus.
Overtime and travel will be required as necessary
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
I. Manages document production processes
- Assists with the collection of material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence)
- Maintains chain of custody
- Manages logistics of production of documents - hard copy, images, native
II. Substantive Research
- Analyzes documents and materials
- Researches rules of procedure for relevant court venues
III. Coordinates preparation and filing of briefs and legal documents
- Drafts routine filings (e.g. attorney appearances, notices of filings, notices of motions)
- Checks legal cites for proper format, content and accuracy (Westlaw, Lexis; Blue Book)
- Compiles appendices and exhibits
- Manages service of process; files with court and serves on parties; coordinates with local counsel
IV. Manages trial and hearing preparation and support
- Compiles and tracks trial exhibits
- Prepares pretrial documents
- Manages trial transcripts
