Labor and Employment Paralegal

Job Title

Labor & Employment Paralegal

Job Description

Cozen O'Connor's Pittsburgh office is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment paralegal. Candidate must be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be a skilled communicator and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and computer/technical skills required. Ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is willing to work flexible hours and overtime as needed. Some out of town travel may be required. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of labor & employment experience which will include a litigation/trial background.

Responsibilities

• Document management—including but not limited to, review of documents for responsiveness, bates labeling, organization of documents and compiling information for discovery responses/pleadings/motions, depositions and trial preparation
• Draft discovery requests and responses
• Witness interviews
• Draft Rule 26 disclosures
• Create damage models for wage/hour cases
• Electronic filing in state and federal courts
• Facilitate document production (hard copy and electronic formats)
• Management of litigation databases and support of electronic discovery processes
• Review documents for privilege and compile privilege logs
• Prepare, serve and follow up on subpoenas
• Assist at trial, including tracking exhibits and coordination of courtroom equipment to present electronic evidence and exhibits
• Strong working knowledge of E-discovery, including the technical aspects of collecting, reviewing, and producing electronically stored information (state and federal court). Proficiency in Relativity, LiveNote, Case/Time Map, Summation, Adobe Acrobat, and Trial Director preferred.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate required
• 5+ years of labor and employment experience with a litigation/trial background
• Candidate must be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Skilled communicator and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and computer/technical skills required
• Ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000 and represents the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications and location.

About Us

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America's fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Established in 1970, Cozen O'Connor has more than 1,000 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm counsels clients on their most sophisticated legal matters in all areas of the law, including litigation, corporate, and regulatory law. Representing a broad array of leading global corporations and middle market companies, Cozen O'Connor services its clients' needs through 35 offices across two continents. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges may be. Cozen O'Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort. Cozen O'Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized. Cozen O'Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Job Info

• Job Identification 327
• Job Category Paralegal
• Locations One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, US (Hybrid)