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SUMMARY: Global law firm is 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

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