Litigation Specialist
ORRICK HERRINGTON &
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Animal Care, Attorney, Biology, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Finance, Health Plan, Identify Issues, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
2 days ago
Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Litigation Specialist based in any of our West Coast offices (Los Angeles; Menlo Park; Orange County; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle or Portland) to work with a team of dedicated professionals.
Under the supervision of the Director of the West Coast Calendar Department, the Litigation Specialist will primarily be responsible for providing litigation related support to case teams.
Responsibilities
Respond to questions from attorneys, paralegals and assistants regarding court procedure and compliance with court rules.
Perform research on court rules, procedure, and case histories, as needed.
Act as liaison between attorneys and court personnel.
Track state and federal cases of interest through various applications.
Conduct searches for sample court filings, court records and dockets.
Handle attorney registration for electronic filings and Pacer and troubleshoot account issues.
Coordinate service of process and subpoenas; order certificates of good standing, transcripts and other litigation documents, as needed.
Calendar litigation events based on review of court notifications, court rules, and attorney communications.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 3 years prior similar related experience.
Knowledge of California civil court procedure and rules (state superior, appellate, and federal).
Effective written and oral communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage a high-volume workload.
Strong multitasking skills with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
Tech-savvy and able to quickly learn new software and technology platforms.
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instructions accurately.
Proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of tasks and follows through.
Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
Possess strong customer service skills and works well within a team.
Ability to effectively interact with all levels of personnel.
Experience e-filing documents and knowledge of e-filing platforms such as CM/ECF, TrueFiling, and Tyler Technologies is a plus.
Experience with Aderant-Compulaw or compatible database is preferred but not required.
Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is:
Silicon Valley, and San Francisco $70,000 - $90,000
Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, and Seattle $65,000 - $85,000
Portland $63,000 - $80,000
Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.
We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off or Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.
Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.
How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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