Litigation Paralegal

About Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP For over a century, Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP (Davis Graham) has ranked among the region's most prominent law firms, consistently delivering high-quality legal services to emerging and established businesses across the Mountain West. We are the leading independent law firm in our region, offering AmLaw 50 quality at a distinct value - a true differentiator for sophisticated businesses facing major legal challenges within our recognized specialties. Davis Graham is recognized as the leading firm for middle-market and lower-middle-market M&A, finance and corporate governance work, with particular depth in the energy, private equity, hospitality, and technology sectors. Our litigators hold a dominant position in high-stakes cases across the region, most notably in complex commercial disputes, environmental and energy litigation, and enforcement and investigations. While our firm's Denver location and intermediate size allow strong, collaborative relationships with local and regional clients, our broad experience and innovative use of technology enable us to partner effectively with businesses and their investors throughout the country and internationally. We are committed to a culture of professional excellence - attracting top-tier talent, investing in our people, and delivering exceptional results for our clients. Davis Graham is a firm defined by a hardworking partnership, an ownership mentality, and a deep commitment to one another and our clients. Summary The Litigation Paralegal s supports attorneys by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, and managing and organizing case documents in all stages of litigation. Essential Functions Knowledge of legal terminology and legal document formats; ability to create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities; demonstrated knowledge of Bluebooking and ability to cite-check Drafting, managing, and filing pleadings and other filings with State and Federal courts and other applicable agencies Creating, composing, and editing written material such as transaction documents, correspondence and/or legal documentation Assisting with exhibit preparation and organization for depositions and trials Working with process servers, court reporters, and other third parties necessary to litigation Knowledge and experience with managing, processing, and hosting electronically stored information, must have experience in either iPro or Relativity Working closely with attorneys on all transactions including preparing and maintaining closing checklists, ordering due diligence searches and good standing certificates, coordinating signatures, and assembling closing binders Assisting with case management and retention of all essential case records Maintaining and updating calendars, including all docketing, for all active cases Maintains a billing rate and meets or exceeds the billable hours target of 1600 per year Perform other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities Ability to organize large volumes of materials and multiple cases Ability to learn, interpret, and apply policies and procedures Detail-oriented and professional demeanor Ability to effectively communicate and work cooperatively with attorneys, staff, clients, coworkers, and vendors Ability to act as a peer mentor and assist with training as needed Advanced proficiency with, or ability to learn, software programs used by the firm for conflicts and new business intake, record keeping, timekeeping and billing, document management and workflow and willingness to attend trainings and develop proficiency when new technologies are rolled out Excellent understanding of legal, clerical, and court systems Ability to organize and prioritize tasks including delegation of tasks when appropriate Extensive knowledge of the roles and function of the assigned department, and any specifically applicable laws or guidelines Ability to recreate content based on experience Supervisory Role None Work Environment This position requires the employee to work in a professional office environment with some ability to work from home. Because the employee will handl e sensitive firm and client information, the employee must work from a home office and not a public location during any remote periods. The employee will routinely use standard office equipment. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility in start and end times. Occasional overtime is . Required Education and Experience High school degree or equivalent and a minimum of five years of paralegal experience or equivalent, including eDiscovery experience. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree, Notary Public, Paralegal Certificate Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Salary range is based on or commensurate with experience. Davis Graham offers competitive benefits. For a full list of benefits provided, please select this link: Benefits. Colorado Residents: In any material you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Davis Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Davis Graham participates in the E-Verify program to confirm authorization to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP