Financial Services Litigation Paralegal

Hinshaw & Culbertson•Washington, DC

About The Position

Financial Services Litigation Paralegal Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a national law firm, currently has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Financial Services Litigation Paralegal in our Washington, DC office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Position Summary: We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal with experience in the financial services sector who will perform a variety of duties including e-filing, interacting with courts and preparing documents for attorneys according to established policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Two years of litigation experience in the financial services sector is required.
Working knowledge of internet, Excel and Microsoft Word software.
E-Filing experience in both State and Federal Court systems.
Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs.
Listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data.
Takes independent actions and calculated risks; asks for help when needed.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team environment.
Maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities

E-File in both State and Federal Court systems
Record/capture billable time in compliance with client guidelines
Draft transmittal letters
Draft Tables of Authority and Contents
Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions
Prepare draft responses to discovery, including document productions and corresponding privilege logs
Investigate facts as requested by attorneys
Prepare, review, format and cite check legal documents such as notices, consents, stipulations, affidavits, motions, briefs and pleadings
Prepare exhibits, including trial exhibits
Redact confidential information
Conduct SCRA searches
Moves case along, anticipating next steps and proactively discussing same with attorneys.