This Washington, DC law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal who is ready for more responsibility and leadership as a Paralegal Coordinator. This role offers a variety of responsibilities, including mentoring, training, and developing their junior staff, as well as taking on strategic initiatives and special projects. If you are a team-oriented career Paralegal who is seeking growth and advancement, send in your resume today!
About the Job:
- Assess training modules and processes for new hires, lateral transitions and internal department needs, and spearhead development of junior staff alongside senior leadership.
- Train Paralegals on general case management as well as Bluebooking, organizational and research techniques.
- Proofread, cite-check and review complex legal documents.
Assemble and maintain case related documents, and draft pleadings and correspondence.
- Liaise with attorneys and various firm departments to coordinate and streamline processes, projects and procedures.
- Attend client meetings and legal proceedings, coordinate legal projects, and maintain accurate time records.
About the Culture:
- Friendly law firm with opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, matching 401(k), and a state-of-the-art fitness facility.
- This position is approved for a hybrid work schedule.
About You:
- Experienced. You possess at least five or more years of Paralegal experience in a litigation practice. A Bachelor's Degree is required. Prior trial experience preferred.
- Analytical. You can drill down large amounts of information into digestible bites.
- Organized. You have superior organizational and time management skills, with an emphasis on following practice and procedures.
- Self-starter. You show ownership and commitment to your responsibilities and have high professional standards.
- Unflappable. You have a strong work ethic and are not deterred by long hours and strict deadlines.
Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
