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Litigation Paralegal
Location:
New York, NY
Description:
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Paralegal for our Litigation Practice Group. This position will be responsible for supporting and/or managing various sizes of labor and employment matters, as well as specific projects supporting those matters, which may include document management, technological applications, trial support, and editorial and research functions. The Paralegal is also responsible for those projects delegated to them by the Manager of Legal Practice Support and Attorneys.This position will reside in the New York office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Primary Functions and Responsibilities I. Document and Case Management Establish, organize and maintain case and client files Manage information manually and through the use of computerized databases With supervision, coordinate the gathering of information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence necessary to respond to discovery including analysis of client documents for relevance and privilege. With supervision, analyze, organize, synthesize and summarize documents and materials received from adverse Prepare subpoenas for depositions, hearings, production of documents, and trial appearance Prepare Freedom of Information Requests Assist with digesting and summarizing depositions and other legal documents II. Trial SupportPrepare trial/hearing/arbitration/mediation materialsOrganize evidence and prepare exhibitsLocate, track, and disseminate information/evidenceWith direction, coordinate all trial/hearing/arbitration/mediation logisticsCoordinate with Practice Technology and IT resources regarding equipment and presentation of evidence to be utilized at trialIII. Editorial Support and Research SupportWith supervision, assist with the compilation, drafting , proofreading, editing, and gathering of factual support for briefs and dispositive motionsDraft correspondence, reports, documents and other written materialWith direction, summarize and analyze factual and statisticalPerform editorial and research supportWith direction, Bluebook and cite check briefs and dispositive motionsWith supervision, conduct online legal and factual researchPerform cite-checking, shepardizing and legal research both manually and electronicallyIV. AdministrativeTimely completion of time entry and other administrative responsibilitiesAttend firm team/group meetings and continuing education programs/seminars Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; paralegal certificate preferred but not requiredFour (4) to seven (7) years of experience including experience and understanding of FINRAAdhering to legal and ethical principles that guide paralegal conduct, including, but not limited to: the unauthorized practice of law; confidentiality and attorney-client privilege; conflicts of interestAptitude for general legal terminology, basic legal principles, and legal processesKnowledge of court rules, procedures and protocols as well as rules of evidence, including Federal rules governing electronic discoveryWritten and verbal communication skills in team atmosphereCustomer service and Interpersonal skillsProject management and organizational skills as well as problem solving skillsAbility to adapt to change and balance competing demandsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret business and professional publications, prepare business correspondence, proposals and reports, effectively present information to groups, and respond to question from peers, managers, clients and vendorsAbility to apply the Uniform System of CitationKnowledge of court rules, procedures and protocolsRules of evidence, including Federal rules governing electronic discovery Technical Skills Document Management such as iManageMS-Office (Outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)Interwoven, Adobe Reader, FileMaker Pro, Full Authority, Acrobat Writer, Folio Views, Legal MacPacPractice Group: IPROView, Litigator's Notebook, LiveNote, Concordance, CaseMap, TimeMap, LiveNote, Summation Blaze, Sanction IIResearch Software: Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, West Check, LawbaseAccounting Software: CarpeDiemFor positions in NY, the salary range for this job posting is $61,639.00 - $98,622.25.The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. California Applicants : Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, the following link contains the Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates which explains the categories of personal information that we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information. CCPA Privacy Notice for Candidates Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is also an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are interested in applying for employment with Morgan Lewis and need special assistance or accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please call or email the following contacts: Professional Staff positions: Please call 888.534.XXXX or email XXXX@morganlewis.com Lawyer/Summer Associate positions: XXXX@morganlewis.com Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at XXXX@morganlewis.com. PDN-9b6ecf3d-f614-42bb-a3d9-e926267359d2
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Litigation Paralegal is a Legal Litigation Paralegal Job at Morgan Lewis located in New York NY. Find other listings like Litigation Paralegal by searching Oodle for Legal Litigation Paralegal Jobs.