Paralegal

JOB TITLE: Paralegal

DEPARTMENT: Trial

LOCATION: North Jersey

OVERVIEW: Duane Morris LLP, a global law firm with 900 attorneys in offices across the U.S. and around the world, offers innovative solutions to the legal and business challenges presented by today’s evolving global markets.

SUMMARY: We are 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 include 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
• 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

Salary range: The annual salary for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Please note that the salary offered will depend on the candidate's experience, specialized knowledge, skills, comparable qualifications and other relevant factors.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
• 401k and Pension Plan
• 22 PTO days, 11 paid holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)

ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT: If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact Nate Maxwell at 215-979-1000.

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Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities or requirements. In addition, Duane Morris reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time. The authority to make such changes rests with the Plan Administrator