Litigation Paralegal

International Paper•Memphis, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in Memphis, TN and reports to Senior Counsel - Complex Litigation. This position works closely with in-house attorneys and outside counsel to manage the enterprise’s docket of civil litigation and claims. It requires strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to exercise independent judgment, and a professional demeanor. The successful candidate must be capable of handling multiple priorities, performing job responsibilities within specified deadlines, and working with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Two years of relevant experience
A paralegal associates degree or relevant certification
Strong written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Professional demeanor
Capable of handling multiple priorities
Performing job responsibilities within specified deadlines
Working with minimal supervision
Extensive experience handling all aspects of discovery
Familiarity with garnishments, subpoenas and authorizations
Demonstrated ability to organize and juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Computer literate with proficiency in Office 365
Action Oriented
Decision Quality
Timely Decision Making
Priority Setting
Written Communications
Interpersonal Savvy
Time Management
Problem Solving

Nice To Haves

Trial experience
E-discovery experience
Experience with liens, Medicare set-asides, etc.
Personal injury, property damage and commercial law, among other areas of law

Responsibilities

Maintain, monitor and update Litigation Docket calendar and apprise attorneys of upcoming deadlines
Organize client files in electronic database
Draft legal pleadings and written discovery requests/responses
Identify and prepare responsive documents for production in discovery, including privilege logs
Conduct factual investigations, legal research and case assessments
Coordinate and confer with internal stakeholders to schedule witness interviews and investigations
Gather relevant information and documents from a variety of sources
Review and summarize deposition transcripts, document production, and medical records
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses and court personnel
Process garnishments and child support wage withholding orders
Respond to subpoenas and employment records requests
Accept service of process and docket applicable response deadlines