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Civil Litigation Defense Paralegal
$76k-94k (estimate)
Full Time | Business Services
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Zupkus & Angell, P.C. is Hiring a Civil Litigation Defense Paralegal Near Denver, CO
Job DescriptionWho we areZ&A (Zupkus & Angell, P.C.) is a women-owned civil litigation, defense-focused law firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our Firm fosters an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, support, and open communication. We encourage initiative, creativity, professionalism, and legal scholarship from our entire Team, enabling exceptional service. We use the latest collaboration technology and tools to create and foster efficiency and effectiveness in the work we do.
These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified paralegal candidates to demonstrate and hone their litigation skills—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement. If you want more from your career and your life than what a traditional firm offers or would allow, read on.
Who You Are
What You Will EarnThe position has a full-time annual salary range of $55K to $75K depending on your experience. Your benefits will include 168 hours of holiday- and paid-time off per year; firm-paid 401k contributions; 100% employer-paid high-quality health and dental insurance; life insurance; optional vision and short-term disability insurance at employer-sponsored rates. Flexible and non-traditional scheduling are available.
As a cloud-based firm, Z&A operates under a hybrid remote/in-office model.
How You Will GrowZ&A is a growing firm that seeks to disrupt the current civil litigation defense industry and change the way law is practiced and law firms are run in Colorado. We believe—and are continuing to prove, year after year—that a better work environment, better professional relationships, and better management consistently produce the best work and best results for our clients. [SP3] You will be an integral part of a Team that is working to push the limits of what a small Firm is capable. You will be given the opportunity to hone your legal, professional, and interpersonal skills while working alongside the core team developing and growing the Firm. You will have the support to develop outside-the-box solutions to traditional and contemporary legal challenges. You will have the opportunity to work with a brilliant and high-achieving legal team, and as your career with the Firm develops, you will receive support and guidance toward achieving your own professional goals.
How to apply
Please visit www.zalaw.com/hiring to submit your materials. Please make sure that your cover letter addresses the following topics:
Z&A is a unique place to work. We thrive on the power of our Team, and we truly believe that happy people do great work. We look forward to getting the chance to meet you.
Company DescriptionZ&A (Zupkus & Angell, P.C.) is a women-owned civil litigation, defense-focused law firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our Firm fosters an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, support, and open communication. We encourage initiative, creativity, professionalism, and legal scholarship from our entire Team, enabling exceptional service. We use the latest collaboration technology and tools to create and foster efficiency and effectiveness in the work we do.
These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified candidates to practice law—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement.
Z&A (Zupkus & Angell, P.C.) is a women-owned civil litigation, defense-focused law firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our Firm fosters an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, support, and open communication. We encourage initiative, creativity, professionalism, and legal scholarship from our entire Team, enabling exceptional service. We use the latest collaboration technology and tools to create and foster efficiency and effectiveness in the work we do. These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified candidates to practice law—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement.
These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified paralegal candidates to demonstrate and hone their litigation skills—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement. If you want more from your career and your life than what a traditional firm offers or would allow, read on.
Who You Are
- You are a professionally and interpersonally skilled paralegal experienced in collaborating with attorneys in bad faith, personal injury, premises liability, insurance coverage, employment and/or construction defect litigation;
- You are a confident, motivated, self-driven, and independent professional looking to advance your professional career.
- You are organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and adaptable. You are engaged by developing creative and bespoke solutions.
- You value technology as a tool not an obstacle.
- You understand the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and beyond.
- You are inspired by change and want to disrupt the status quo.
- Outstanding communication skills and can communicate solutions, obstacles, and ideas clearly, consistently, and professionally.
- A strong work ethic, which allows you to work independently and multi-task to accomplish defined goals.
- The ability to help steer and maintain a full litigation workload, with a consistently growing ability to help plan and execute defense strategies in complex cases, including management of expert witnesses and third-party practice;
- Attention to detail;
- Critical thinking capabilities, with a mindset that produces innovative solutions;
- The ability to communicate effectively in-person, via video, over the phone, and in writing.
- Versatile problem-solving abilities;
- Self-motivation and independence;
- Adaptability in a fluid and dynamic work environment;
- A passion for excellence in the practice of law;
- At least 4 years of experience with a litigation defense firm (substantive career experience prior to your work in the legal industry is also viewed favorably);
- High proficiency with many of the following tools: Westlaw, Pacer, Clio, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Nuance Power PDF, Microsoft 365
- Play an integral role in small, collaborative litigation teams;
- Actively participate in and coordinate of case development and investigation;
- Accurately and consistently identify, calendar, and maintain all case-related deadlines to ensure all legal obligations are met or exceeded;
- Create and maintain active digital case files to facilitate effective and efficient litigation;
- Perform initial preparation and finalization of motions and other documents in Federal and District Courts and arbitration proceedings;
- Coordinate and support attorneys in:
- Preparation and participation in depositions and preparatory sessions therefor;
- Preparation for and attendance at court proceedings and conducting oral argument in procedural, discovery, pre-trial, and other substantive hearings;
- Drafting reporting and analytical correspondence to clients and counsel; and
- Preparing mediation statements and preparation for settlement conferences.
- Trial and arbitration preparation;
What You Will EarnThe position has a full-time annual salary range of $55K to $75K depending on your experience. Your benefits will include 168 hours of holiday- and paid-time off per year; firm-paid 401k contributions; 100% employer-paid high-quality health and dental insurance; life insurance; optional vision and short-term disability insurance at employer-sponsored rates. Flexible and non-traditional scheduling are available.
As a cloud-based firm, Z&A operates under a hybrid remote/in-office model.
How You Will GrowZ&A is a growing firm that seeks to disrupt the current civil litigation defense industry and change the way law is practiced and law firms are run in Colorado. We believe—and are continuing to prove, year after year—that a better work environment, better professional relationships, and better management consistently produce the best work and best results for our clients. [SP3] You will be an integral part of a Team that is working to push the limits of what a small Firm is capable. You will be given the opportunity to hone your legal, professional, and interpersonal skills while working alongside the core team developing and growing the Firm. You will have the support to develop outside-the-box solutions to traditional and contemporary legal challenges. You will have the opportunity to work with a brilliant and high-achieving legal team, and as your career with the Firm develops, you will receive support and guidance toward achieving your own professional goals.
How to apply
Please visit www.zalaw.com/hiring to submit your materials. Please make sure that your cover letter addresses the following topics:
- Why you chose the legal profession;
- A personal challenge you have had to overcome;
- Your ideal work environment;
- Your relationship with technology;
- The proudest moment in your professional life so far; and
- Something surprising about yourself.
Z&A is a unique place to work. We thrive on the power of our Team, and we truly believe that happy people do great work. We look forward to getting the chance to meet you.
Company DescriptionZ&A (Zupkus & Angell, P.C.) is a women-owned civil litigation, defense-focused law firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our Firm fosters an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, support, and open communication. We encourage initiative, creativity, professionalism, and legal scholarship from our entire Team, enabling exceptional service. We use the latest collaboration technology and tools to create and foster efficiency and effectiveness in the work we do.
These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified candidates to practice law—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement.
Z&A (Zupkus & Angell, P.C.) is a women-owned civil litigation, defense-focused law firm based in Denver, Colorado. Our Firm fosters an inclusive work environment based on mutual respect, support, and open communication. We encourage initiative, creativity, professionalism, and legal scholarship from our entire Team, enabling exceptional service. We use the latest collaboration technology and tools to create and foster efficiency and effectiveness in the work we do. These values make Z&A the optimal place for qualified candidates to practice law—a place where the traditional and all too common negative standards of law firm culture are recognized for what they are: Inappropriate, ignoble, and long in need of replacement.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Business Services
SALARY
$76k-94k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/31/2024
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