Litigation Paralegal

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Under the general direction and supervision of the attorneys, the Litigation Paralegal is responsible for providing legal and administrative support for complex commercial litigation, commercial creditor bankruptcy matters, and collection cases. General duties include document drafting, research, client interaction, monitoring hearing schedules, and managing case files.

• Draft routine pleadings, affidavits, orders, and other legal documentation.
• Proofread and edit legal documents and other written materials to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain a legal calendaring system to ensure timely compliance with various legal deadlines.
• Analyze and coordinate the gathering of information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence necessary to respond to discovery and assist attorneys with preparing responses.
• Utilize technical information to make independent decisions and recommendations to the supervising attorney.
• Correspond with various court personnel, local counsel, and adversary attorneys.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervising attorney and/or personnel.

• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience in litigation with a demonstrated understanding and strong working knowledge of complex commercial litigation, commercial creditor bankruptcy matters, and collection cases.
• 2- or 4-year college degree and Paralegal Certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient drafting skills and strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work closely with a legal team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to analyze and problem solve.
• Self-starter with proven ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to prioritize work and efficiently manage tasks.
• Type 50+ WPM.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Legal

Law Practice