Overview
A full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking a Commercial Litigation Paralegal. This role supports attorneys by assisting with fact investigation, witness interviews, drafting pleadings and correspondence, legal research, document preparation and production, case management, trial preparation and attendance, and client service. The position may be remote or based at any of the firm's locations.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with fact investigation, witness interviews, drafting pleadings and correspondence, legal research, and document preparation and production
- Prepare fact development materials such as medical records and historical chronologies
- Manage databases and conduct document analysis using document review software
- Perform docketing and case management tasks
- Develop proficiency in e-discovery database use, AI software tools, internet/electronic research, and electronic file maintenance
- Independently organize and manage case files
- Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, trials, and related proceedings; attend as needed
- Draft pleadings and discovery documents
- Coordinate filing and service of pleadings/documents
- Collect and summarize medical, corporate, and other records
- Assist with calendaring and docketing
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices
- Serve as liaison between clients, colleagues, and experts to ensure timely communication and production of materials
- Stay informed on developments in commercial litigation and paralegal industry
- Participate in internal continuing legal education (CLE) sessions
- Anticipate attorney needs and provide proactive support
- Mentor junior paralegals or paralegal assistants as needed
- Utilize and implement legal AI tools
- Meet an annual billable hour target of 1500
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of relevant commercial litigation paralegal experience
- Experience with Relativity or similar document review software
- Trial preparation and attendance experience
- California litigation experience required
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred
- Significant substantive legal experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at discretion of management
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues
- Experience with litigation support technology beyond Relativity
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing business demands
- Ability to produce quality work efficiently and accurately
- Sound judgment and decisiveness under deadlines
- High level of professional integrity and confidentiality
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Ability to build strong client relationships through responsiveness
- Reliability and commitment to delivering on responsibilities
- Experience working in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Clear, concise, and confident communication tailored to audience
- Commitment to superior service for internal and external customers
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skills, experience, and location. Expected salary ranges by location are:
- California: $86,000 - $139,000
- Colorado: $75,000 - $119,000
- Illinois: $64,000 - $125,000
- Maryland: $73,000 - $107,000
- Massachusetts: $85,000 - $130,000
- Minnesota: $75,000 - $111,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 - $114,000
- New York: $66,000 - $125,000
- Washington: $88,000 - $134,000
- Washington, DC: $94,000 - $138,000
Bonus opportunities are discretionary and based on individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan participation after eligibility.
Location
This position may be filled remotely or at any of the firm's U.S. locations, with a requirement for California litigation experience.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application process. This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minorities, females, disabled individuals, and veterans. Principal applicants only.