Litigation Paralegal

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Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer's prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on 's UK A-List twice in the past three years. The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government.

Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.

Participates as a team member and assists attorneys, senior paralegals, and litigation technology professionals in various litigation matters. Provides key support in strategizing case file and process management through all stages of litigation. Manages and utilizes automated litigation support tools. Availability for overtime and flexibility for travel are required.

• Creates and implements paper and electronic document collection, review and production systems and tracking documents with minimal supervision.
• Assists attorneys in reviewing documents for privilege and drafts privilege logs for production to opposing party.
• Understands intermediate e‑discovery and computer forensics concepts such as litigation holds, preservation of data and chain of custody.
• Creates and implements case file and organizational systems for electronic and paper case files and workrooms.
• Prepares for and attends depositions, hearings, trials and arbitrations, as necessary.
• Coordinates automated litigation support projects through utilization of technology, including database management software and case notebooks.
• Compiles, reviews and analyzes documents as required by attorneys specific to case issues and determines necessary information.
• Delegates to, supervises and mentors junior paralegals, case assistants and temporary staff.
• Performs research (factual, legal, internet, and other) to identify issues and relevant matters and prepares compilation of findings.
• Assists with preparation of court filings including fact checking legal briefs and assembling of exhibits and appendices.
• Understands mechanics of e‑filing and e‑filing with courts and agencies.
• Communicates, corresponds and interacts with clients and outside entities such as government entities, expert witnesses, vendors, corporations and other law firms.
• Serves as factual resource on cases and demonstrates knowledge of case documents.
• Complies with department and firm administrative procedures and policies.
• Assists with department projects as needed and performs other work‑related duties as assigned by the Legal Services Manager.
• Responsible for billing a minimum of 1,600 hours of client‑related projects and other credited work.

• Able to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal and personnel affairs and client information. Understands ethics of position including ethical rules regarding confidentiality, billing and client representation.
• Collaborates effectively and professionally with clients and all levels of personnel, including attorneys, coworkers and administrators.
• Willingness to support matters at any level: lead paralegal, deputy to a senior paralegal, or supporting member of the paralegal team.
• Owns professional development by seeking feedback and learning new skills.
• Possesses very strong oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate to attorneys and staff.
• Proactive, self‑starter who understands the details within a larger context.
• Flexible, responsive to shifting demands and opportunities.
• Can work under tight deadlines, handle multiple detailed tasks simultaneously, prioritize appropriately and delegate.
• Anticipates problems and issues, exercises independent judgment, and escalates appropriately.
• Delivers high‑quality work product and follows up and follows through.
• Works independently with minimal supervision and also as a team player in a fast‑paced environment.
• Works effectively in a multi‑office and culturally diverse environment.
• Owns deliverables and is accountable.
• Flexible to travel on short notice and work overtime, including nights and weekends.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree and a…