Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work; Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified); Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to investigations and white-collar defense matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties; Organize, review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and agencies; Coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, as well as conduct searches on e-discovery databases such as Relativity for relevant documents; Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions and coordinate logistics as needed; Perform factual research on internal and external databases and libraries; Properly format legal briefs and motions; cite check legal briefs and motions to ensure consistency with sources cited and proper citation style (Bluebook and/or California Style Manual); Proofread, edit and review legal brief and motions in preparation of filing; Assist with the filing and printing of legal briefs, motions and other related documents; Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at Court; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set-up and travel arrangements; Support multiple case teams/matters simultaneously; Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services; Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs; Work overtime as required; travel as required, and. Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications; Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications; Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications; Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (LexisNexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, CM/ECF, and other electronic court and agency databases; Advanced knowledge of and familiarity with litigation procedures and terminology; Advanced knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures; Advanced proficiency with timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and.
Numbers & Facts
Location
District of Columbia
Website
https://sourceprosearch.com
Description
SourcePro Search is conducting a search for an experienced Paralegal Specialist with proven arbitration and trial experience. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience and at least 7 years of experience in investigations and white-collar defense within a law firm or government agency.
What You'll Do:
Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified);
Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to investigations and white-collar defense matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties;
Organize, review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and agencies;
Coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, as well as conduct searches on e-discovery databases such as Relativity for relevant documents;
Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions and coordinate logistics as needed;
Perform factual research on internal and external databases and libraries;
Properly format legal briefs and motions; cite check legal briefs and motions to ensure consistency with sources cited and proper citation style (Bluebook and/or California Style Manual);
Proofread, edit and review legal brief and motions in preparation of filing;
Assist with the filing and printing of legal briefs, motions and other related documents;
Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at Court; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set-up and travel arrangements;
Support multiple case teams/matters simultaneously;
Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services;
Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs;
Work overtime as required; travel as required, and
Handle additional related projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred);
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program (preferred)
At least 10 years of Litigation Paralegal experience (required);
At least 7 years of investigations and white-collar defense practice experience at a law firm, in government service or equivalent (preferred); and
Arbitration/trial experience (required).
Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (LexisNexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, CM/ECF, and other electronic court and agency databases;
Advanced knowledge of and familiarity with litigation procedures and terminology;
Advanced knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures;
Advanced proficiency with timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and