Paralegal

Overview

This role supports legal teams by assisting in discovery and preparation of legal documents under the direction of a Project Supervisor. The position involves reviewing and summarizing documents, compiling relevant data, and attending meetings to discuss findings.

Responsibilities

• Review documents to extract specific data and information.
• Compile relevant materials from computer data banks.
• Summarize findings and highlight notable documents for further review.
• Attend scheduled meetings with attorneys and management to discuss discovery scope and findings.
• Review documents for privilege according to established guidelines.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT facility credentials/authorization (US Citizenship required for this work location).
• Paralegal certificate, Juris Doctor (JD), or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year completed.
• Minimum of one year litigation paralegal experience; trial experience is highly beneficial.
• Experience with automated litigation support tools.
• Basic legal knowledge including standard legal citation and ability to perform basic legal research using tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, databases (document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.
• Basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Chinese language.
• Familiarity with government office and network environments, including word processing, spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $25.58 (estimate; actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and other factors).
• Health and welfare benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by collective bargaining agreements or other contracts may have different provisions.

Location & Additional Information

• This position requires the ability to obtain MRPT facility credentials, which necessitates US citizenship.
• The job posting is open until filled, with an anticipated minimum posting duration of three days.