Litigation Paralegal
Litigation Paralegal - We are looking for a skilled Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join our ever-growing litigation team. Duties will include drafting documents and pleadings, assisting attorneys with the complexities of litigation, and working directly with clients to provide them with excellent service. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities will include:
- Conducting an initial intake process with potential clients and gathering detailed information.
- Schedule phone consultations, meetings and court hearings for attorneys, and help manage their tasks and litigation deadlines.
- Drafting pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, motions and other pleadings and legal documents for attorney review.
- Filing documents with the Court, preparing hearing notices and keeping close track of the attorney’s docket.
- Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, work with clients).
- Maintain pleadings, correspondence, research and discovery documents.
- Gather relevant information from a variety of sources.
- Work directly with clients to ensure their needs are being met.
- Proactively seek opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow in cooperation with the Lead Paralegal.