Litigation Paralegal

Description

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with prior trial experience and a minimum of five (5) years of paralegal experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Compiling, preparing, and summarizing relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery;

• Indexing, tracking, and controlling case related materials;

• Working knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and all related court filing procedures and processes;

• Reviewing documents for relevance and inclusion in case file;

• Assist with the preparation of court filings, including cite and fact checking legal briefs, cross-reference checks, confirming proper Bluebook citation, proofreading, and assembling of exhibits and appendices;

• Reviewing documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines and criteria;

• Tracking and controlling document discovery (including documents produced and received in discovery);

• Indexing, tracking, and controlling exhibits and other materials at depositions and at trial;

• Coordinating trial set-up and logistics as well as serving as liaison among various internal departments as well as with outside vendors, such as translation services, document production vendors and trial graphics providers;

• Summarizing depositions and other transcripts;

• Working closely and directly with attorneys and clients during all phases of litigation; and

• Additional responsibilities include supporting attorneys during trial, including assistance with creation of demonstratives and courtroom presentation/support.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong problem-solving skills.

• Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

• Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts.

• Working knowledge of office accounting methods and techniques, including: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, as well as the ability to learn other programs.

• Working knowledge of document review platforms, including Relativity and document/deposition management platforms, including Everchron.

• Proven ability to conduct independent research.

• Compose and disseminate correspondence as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• BA or BS degree preferred

• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate with five (5) years of comparable work experience required.

• Ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrate flexibility regarding client and legal team requests.

• Achieve high level of productivity.

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are often necessary in carrying out job duties.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are:

• City of Denver: $70,000 - $95,000

For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) (

DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, View email address on click.appcast.io .

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