Complex Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP•Washington, DC

2d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Weil seeks the best and brightest talent to join our Administrative Staff team. Our employees are the future of Weil so we invest in their training and development. Our environment embraces and encourages positive-minded professionals who seek to be challenged and acquire knowledge and skills in an atmosphere built on teamwork. Highly skilled and knowledgeable Administrative Staff assist our attorneys in successfully meeting and exceeding client needs and are vital to the overall success of the Firm. Job Description The Complex Commercial Ligation Paralegal (CCL Paralegal) works closely with and provides support to the Firm on complex commercial litigation matters. The CCL Paralegal is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day management of litigation matters including assistance with pleadings, correspondence, document files and databases; and assistance with deposition logistics, hearing and trial preparation.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of complex litigation experience; service as a paralegal at complex trials a plus.
Develops understanding of and applies current information, technology, resources, methods and procedures necessary to perform assigned work.
Accepts responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes; does not make excuses for errors or problems.
Understands that one’s individual performance directly affects business results.
Actively works with paralegal coordinator and supervising attorneys to balance projects; and to identify and address conflicting project demands.
Assists with analyzing problems, developing effective solutions and develops understand of implications of proposed solutions.
Makes appropriate and timely decisions.
Communicates clearly and concisely in written / verbal communications.
Proactively communicates to facilitate workflow, teamwork and efficiency.
Chooses appropriate communication tools and utilizes technology to facilitate communications.
Produces high quality work; is efficient, accurate and has good attention to detail; consistently strives to improve performance; seeks opportunities to develop professionally and expand job knowledge.
Displays high level of personal integrity.
Works effectively with co-workers as part of the team to get the job accomplished.
Flexible and open-minded, willing to share and exchange ideas/suggestions.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year college or university with strong academic record.

Responsibilities

Develop knowledge of filing procedures of federal, state, and local courts.
Develop knowledge of court rules and procedures, including familiarity with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) and state equivalents.
Assist with the preparation of final substantive pleadings and discovery requests/responses.
Assist with cite-checks and format citations in accordance with Bluebook standard.
Draft standard documents such as pro hac vice motions, proposed orders, notices of appearance, summonses, and affidavits of service.
Coordinate service of complaints, discovery and subpoenas.
Assist with the maintenance of electronic case files, including pleadings and discovery.
Monitor dockets and calendar court appearances and deadlines.
Assist with document review and assist with productions using e-discovery software.
Assist with depositions (including preparation and service of deposition notices and subpoenas, coordinating court reporters, and preparation of exhibits).
Assist with trial logistics, trial preparation, and post-trial (including preparation of materials for trial, in-court assistance, and post-trial filings).
Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, SharePoint, Case Notebook, Pacer Pro and Relativity.
Maintain confidential information in a profession manner.
Perform other tasks as assigned.