Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Horn Williamson, LLC, a WBENC certified law firm, has an opportunity for a Plaintiffs Litigation Paralegal. We are a fast growing, high energy firm concentrating in plaintiffs construction litigation. Horn Williamson enjoys a friendly, collegial work environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual pay
• Yearend bonus
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short term disability Insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account

Job Requirements:

• Draft and file discovery and pleadings.
• Preparation and organize documents needed for depositions, hearings, trials, mediations, etc.
• Knowledge of the local court rules and ability to e-file.
• Provide detailed, focused, and proactive litigation support.
• Heavy client contract.
• Obtain documents from clients and other sources.
• Draft correspondences and maintain client electronic files.
• Assist in management of eDiscovery, including organization, searches, productions, redactions and preparation of log.
• Research rules and procedures, public searches, and compile information for attorney review.
• Maintain excellent working relations with clients, lawyers, law firm staff, and outside firm contacts.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and complete them within required deadlines.
• Complete special projects and duties, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor’s degree and a Paralegal Certificate.
• Minimal 5 years’ experience in civil litigation
• Excellent organizational, time management, research, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-starter, able to work independent as well as in a group.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, iManage, Kofax/Nuance, eDiscovery software)
• Detail oriented and able to multitask.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships through proficient interpersonal skills.