Litigation Paralegal

SourcePro Search•Miami, FL

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About The Position

We are conducting a search for a skilled Litigation Paralegal with 7+ years of law firm and litigation experience. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process.

Requirements

Proven working experience as a litigation paralegal - 7 years’ experience
Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, etc.
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines
Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
Extensive computer and database expertise (WestLaw, Lexis, CourtMap, Efiling, MSExcel and Word skills necessary) and typing.

Responsibilities

Summarizing cases and preparing reports for attorneys and clients
Conducting research, investigating facts and informing attorneys
Drafting, proofreading and preparing legal documents such as audits and pleadings
Drafting case summaries and status for Lawyers and clients
Preparing and filing documents with courts
Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases
Tracking and updating case databases with status and pertinent case information
Preparing court statements and forms
Managing records, projects and calendars to make sure everything functions smoothly
Indexing and updating pleadings and discovery binders
Collecting, organizing and tracking documents
Managing calendars and making travel arrangements for Lawyers
Supporting legal research and communicating with vendors, experts, Lawyers, opposing counsel and other staff
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize exhibits, documents, briefs and appendices
Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Redact information from documents
Assist in trial preparation by preparing binders, indexing discovery, and preparing trial exhibits