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    Litigation Paralegal - Philadelphia, United States - Duane Morris LLP

    Duane Morris LLP
    Duane Morris LLP Philadelphia, United States

    1 week ago

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    OVERVIEW: Duane Morris LLP, a global law firm with 900+ attorneys in offices across the U.S. and around the world, offers innovative solutions to the legal and business challenges presented by today's evolving global markets.

    SUMMARY: We are seeking a Paralegal to support the trial team in all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of complex litigation experience with an emphasis on large case management, trial preparation, document production, discovery and trial exhibits. The day to day duties includes drafting notices, summonses; administer and oversee document inspections at the request of counsel; research and analyze case law; Shepardize cases and cite check briefs; communicate with court personnel regarding the status of cases; electronically edit documents relating to litigation; proofread documents to be filed in court.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


    • Prepare, organize, and file documents and correspondence with the court


    • Conduct legal research


    • Update and maintain docketing and filing as well as internal databases


    • Prepare witness and other materials for case preparation


    • Organize relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation


    • Prepare for depositions, including the preparation of discovery requests; facilitate service of process and coordinating examinations before trial (EBT)


    • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs


    • Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc.)


    • Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes


    • Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices


    • Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests


    • Assist between trial teams and internal/external third parties; conducts investigations; engage in on-line legal research; develop pleadings; prepare motions and other pertinent legal documents/forms for review by assigned attorney; assist in discovery


    • Accurately and consistently track and record all related billable and non-billable time;


    • Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


    • Experience working with experts, including preparing materials and trial preparation


    • Familiarity with medical records and preparing related chronologies


    • Previous experience attending trial(s)


    • Investigative mind and strong factual research skills


    • Working knowledge of legal database software


    • Experience in preparing legal reports


    • Excellent communication and time management skills


    • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Relativity and Word

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


    • Certification or associate's degree in paralegal studies (bachelor's degree is preferred)


    • Minimum of 5 - 8 years' experience in a paralegal role

    BENEFITS:

    • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
    • Commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts
    • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
    • 401k and Pension Plan
    • 22 PTO days
    • 11 paid holidays
    • Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)

    EEO STATEMENT: Duane Morris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact us at

    DATA PRIVACY STATEMENT: Duane Morris LLP is a limited liability partnership organized under the laws of Delaware. References in this privacy notice to "Duane Morris", "we" or "us" are references to Duane Morris LLP and our affiliated entities. This privacy notice together with our Website Disclaimer and (if applicable) our relevant terms of business or other contract between us (if applicable) set out the basis on which Duane Morris processes your personal data (and any mandated controller/processor information). Reference in this privacy notice to "personal data" means any information that identifies, or could reasonably be used to identify, a living individual, either on its own or together with other information. Our "Website" means this website and any other websites of Duane Morris. Duane Morris is committed to protecting personal data and respecting your privacy. Please read this notice carefully to understand our practices with respect to personal data and how we treat it and how you can exercise your rights in connection with it. You should also read any other privacy notices that we give to you, that might apply to our use of your personal data in specific circumstances from time to time.

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    Disclaimer: 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. In addition, Duane Morris reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time. The authority to make such changes rests with the Plan Administrator.

    Company DescriptionDuane Morris LLP, a law firm with more than 900 attorneys in offices across the United States and internationally, is asked by a broad array of clients to provide innovative solutions to today's legal and business challenges.

    Company Description

    Duane Morris LLP, a law firm with more than 900 attorneys in offices across the United States and internationally, is asked by a broad array of clients to provide innovative solutions to today's legal and business challenges.
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