Bankruptcy Paralegal - Reno, United States - Trustpoint

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    Trustpoint One is pleased to assist a dynamic litigation firm in its search for a Litigation Paralegal for the firm's Reno, Nevada office. The firm offers a generous compensation and benefits package as well as a diverse and collegial environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creditors' rights tasks and a strong understanding of Nevada court rules and procedures.

    Litigation Paralegal Duties and Responsibilities:


    • Direct staff in the organization/management of data/evidence and assist with case management


    • Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery, stipulations, order, and judgments, etc.


    • Research and calculate pre- and/or post-judgment interest


    • Investigate, locate, analyze, summarize, and track facts, evidence, and other data using online resources, such as Pacer, state court dockets, search engines, social media, Westlaw, county assessor and treasurer databases, etc.


    • Prepare pre-suit damages analysis


    • Locate and interview witnesses and work with investigator(s)


    • Work with expert witnesses, including researching potential experts, preparation of documents for review, and coordination of filing and/or service of expert reports


    • Communicate with clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, courts, government agencies, etc.


    • Research, analyze, and summarize depositions, witness statements, rules of procedure, evidence, statutes, regulations, and occasionally, case law


    • Draft privilege and redaction logs


    • Judgment research, domestication, and renewal


    • Appropriate utilization of e-discovery platforms, such as Ipro e-discovery software, Relativity, etc. to manage evidence in conjunction with our Litigation Support Team


    • Appropriate utilization of other legal technologies, such as CaseMap, TimeMap, TextMap,TrialDirector, OnCue, and PageVault


    • Facilitate court filings


    • Instruct docketing staff on recording deadlines, verifying accuracy of deadlines, tracking deadlines, and ensuring deadlines are met


    • Prepare fact chronologies. Prepare for and attending arbitration, hearings, mediation, and trial

    Qualifications:


    • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in paralegal or legal studies from regionally accredited college or university preferred


    • NALA certification is highly preferred


    • Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, with a strong understanding of Nevada court rules and procedures.


    • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and remain flexible to meet client and attorney needs


    • Willingness to take initiative and anticipate the needs of attorneys, clients, and matters


    • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing


    • Strong attention to detail and self-motivation


    • Good understanding of legal terminology, including technology and e-Discovery terms


    • Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere


    • Excellent knowledge and understanding of litigation workflows and processes


    • Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed


    • Outstanding technology aptitude and literacy, including but not limited to the complete Microsoft Office suite; PDF compilation programs; file management systems (DeskSite/iManage); time tracking software, e-Discovery platforms; case management programs; and web capture software


    • Experience researching, understanding, and utilizing various e-filing processes


    • Ability to prioritize accurately or to readily obtain direction on prioritization of tasks


    • Significant knowledge of the Nevada and Federal Civil Rules of Procedure


    • Knowledge/experience with other state civil rules, including California, Arizona, and Colorado


    • Outstanding technology literacy with solid e-Discovery skills.

    Qualified Litigation Paralegals should submit a resume in Word format.