- Aids in E-discovery and trial prep assistance
- Assists with trial site preparation and may attend trials.
- Summarizes research results clearly and concisely.
- Conducts legal research by means of conducting reviews of documents and searching public records as well as electronic information sources.
- Maintains and prepares documents which will later be reviewed, approved and used by attorneys (namely chronologies, summaries, memoranda, charts, and affidavits)
- Prepares, reviews and summarizes documents, such as witness interview memoranda, through the use of substantive coding tools.
- Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents.
- Manages the document production processes of both hard and electronic documents.
- Collects material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence) and maintains chain of custody through the process.
- Designs and implements document review systems.
- Prepares privilege logs.
- Prepares pretrial documents. Sets up and manages trial offices and trial support (e.g. remote office setup and logistics).
- Manages all phases of a litigation case including litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration trial and appellate procedures.
- Compiles information into charts, graphs and timelines.
- Research prior testimony and publications of opposing experts. Research rules of procedure for relevant court venues and assures adherence thereto.
- Administratively manage all phases of a litigation case including litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration trial and appellate procedures.
- BA/BS , Paralegal Certificate or qualifying work experience required.
- Min 5 years of relevant experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to exude a high level of attention to detail.
- Capable of handling multiple responsibilities
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
- Developed independent understanding of basic ideas and/or legal concepts involved with the types of matters to which he/she is likely to be assigned and seeks such information on assigned matters.
- Independently handles unexpected issues that arise during the course of a project.
- Effectively carries knowledge gained regarding how to perform a task or project to the next, similar project, with no re-explanation, and can at times apply this knowledge to different types of tasks, in order to create efficiencies.
- Understands how clients' business needs relate to work assignments without explanation.
- Handles assignments involving complex matters or fact patterns with supervision from attorneys.
- Proactively stays informed regarding changes in the law pertaining to practice area.
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Sr. Paralegal - Washington, United States - Goodwin Procter LLP
Description
Make an impact at Goodwin, where we partner with our clients to practice law with integrity, ingenuity, agility and ambition.
We are in the business of building authentic, long-term relationships with our clients, who are some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge.
Our immersive understanding of these industries - combined with our expertise across high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions - sets us apart.
Our Global Operations Team - all business professionals of the firm - was named the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer.
Paralegals are offered opportunities to play key roles on our client teams while also developing themselves to the highest caliber.
Litigation Paralegals assist attorneys across practice areas on a wide variety of litigation.
They collaborate with case teams to help manage the litigation process from inception through trial, leveraging their knowledge to streamline the execution of litigation tasks and create efficiencies.
As they engage in high-profile cases across the country, Goodwin's Litigation paralegals focus on results-oriented representation.What You Will Do:
Who You Are:
Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Please note:
Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees.
The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers.
EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns.
Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.This position is eligible for overtime: Yes
Target Salary Range:
Boston $100,000 - $138,000 | Los Angeles $120,000 - $165,000 | New York $104,000 - $143,000 | Philadelphia - | San Francisco $120,000 - $165,000 | Santa Monica $120,000 - $165,000 | Silicon Valley $120,000 - $165,000 | Washington DC $100,000 - $138,000
