What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Practice Assistant position at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP?
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Position Summary:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP provides business and legal counsel to clients throughout the United States and around the world. Since it’s founding in 1909, our firm has grown into one of the largest law firms in the country, with nearly 375 attorneys who are located in offices in Ohio, Washington, D.C., Texas, Pennsylvania, California, England and Germany. Our firm is proud to represent thousands of clients, who range from start-up businesses to Fortune 500 corporations. Vorys’ Litigation practice is one of the busiest and a prominent group with in the Firm.
Vorys Pittsburgh Litigation practice busy practice groups seeks an experienced para professional to provide expertise and support. This person will work closely with excellent legal practitioners and contribute to large case teams; as well as small fast-paced matters.
Essential Functions:
At Vorys, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can succeed both personally and professionally. We offer competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term goals. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Some benefits are provided automatically, while others may be available for voluntary enrollment. You’ll also have access to opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, and programs that recognize and celebrate your contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.
Position Summary:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP provides business and legal counsel to clients throughout the United States and around the world. Since it’s founding in 1909, our firm has grown into one of the largest law firms in the country, with nearly 375 attorneys who are located in offices in Ohio, Washington, D.C., Texas, Pennsylvania, California, England and Germany. Our firm is proud to represent thousands of clients, who range from start-up businesses to Fortune 500 corporations. Vorys’ Litigation practice is one of the busiest and a prominent group with in the Firm.
Vorys Pittsburgh Litigation practice busy practice groups seeks an experienced para professional to provide expertise and support. This person will work closely with excellent legal practitioners and contribute to large case teams; as well as small fast-paced matters.
Essential Functions:
- Assist with managing multiple litigation dockets.
- Conduct fact research.
- Assist with document collection, processing and production through internal litigation support department and outside vendors.
- Assist preperation of attorneys and witnesses for deposition.
- Assist with preparation for filings, hearings, trial and post-trial appeal.
- Understanding of legal terminology and principles
- Competency with MS Office applications and litigation discovery database operations including Relativity, Everlaw and other similar programs
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication
- Efficient organziation methods
- Ability to prioritize work while remaining deadline focused
- Proven attention to detail
- Minimum of 3 years' experience of law firm experience
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred.
- Paralegal coursework or certificate is a plus, but not required.
At Vorys, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can succeed both personally and professionally. We offer competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term goals. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Some benefits are provided automatically, while others may be available for voluntary enrollment. You’ll also have access to opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, and programs that recognize and celebrate your contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.
Salary : $35 - $40