Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

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Location:

Birmingham, AL, 35203

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Attention to detail and outstanding organizational ability to prioritize and complete high volume work and carry a large caseload;
• Strong knowledge of motions, electronic discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.;
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and document management software;

• Coordinate, manage and organize all case files during all phases of the litigation process, and assist in trial preparation;
• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and other litigation-based documentation;
• Prepare notices of depositions and deposition exhibits;
• Communicate with experts and clients;
• Create and maintain case chronologies;
• Review, organize and manage large document productions for responsiveness, applying necessary red actions, and finalizing for production;
• Draft and finalize real estate and transactional documentation at direction of attorney;
• E-filing experience in all courts;
• Manage case deadlines, calendar hearings and meetings;
• Categorize, interpret, and summarize information and documents provided by clients, opposing counsel, and third parties;
• Other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor's degree, paralegal certification and five or more years of experience as a litigation paralegal is preferred;
• Prefer at least five years experience in the following areas:
  Business & Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Foreclosure and Bankruptcy.