Aligned Solutions is partnering up with a global law firm, that has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Litigation Paralegal in our Fort Lauderdale office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary:
The Litigation Paralegal will provide organizational and practice specific assistance to attorneys in the Litigation Department in preparing cases from onset through post trial, including related research and analysis.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists attorneys in in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial
Oversees organization, maintenance and appropriate utilization of documents and other case-related materials, including maintenance of client-presentable and efficient work areas and case rooms
Assists and manages with the discovery process, prepares for depositions, propounds and responds to written discovery and prepares for expert discovery
Oversees and conducts document reviews and document productions; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results
Performs analytical tasks, prepares witness interview memoranda, reviews and summarizes documents, deposition, court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools
Assists with basic legal research, including locating cases, statutes and regulatory materials; conduct fact research on internet and private search engines, such as Westlaw and Lexis
Assists with law and motion practice, assembles motion papers and exhibits, coordinates filings of pleadings and briefs and ensuring proper service
Drafts common pleadings, motions, notices and other court filings
Familiar with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc. and ensures compliance with rules
Performs and oversees both simple and complex authority and fact cite-checking; confirms case quotes, proofreads briefs and other legal documents
Assists and manages trial preparations, creates trial notebooks, identifies and organizes exhibits, coordinates witness schedules, maintains trial calendars and communicates effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff
Assists in preparation of post-trial filings including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions, etc. and organize the case for appeal if necessary
·Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis
Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills & Competencies:
Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, outstanding organizational skills and ability to learn new technology
Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
Skilled at drafting clear and concise memoranda, detailed fact summaries, pleadings and other documents
Flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
Position periodically requires off-site work at a war room or the courthouse when the case goes to trial
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree and Paralegal Certification preferred; equivalent experience considered
Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Litigation practice area
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
Trial experience, including exhibit preparation, witness preparation and management, knowledge of subpoena preparation, experience working with judicial assistants and trial presentation vendors, experience assisting attorneys in the courtroom
Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management
Proficiency with E-filing and litigation support applications such as Relativity, Opus 2 and Adobe Acrobat