Litigation Paralegal

Vedder Careers • New York, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Vedder's New York office is seeking a Litigation Paralegal. The paralegal will assist attorneys with various substantive and administrative responsibilities from case inception to resolution, as well as coordinate and oversee all case-related eDiscovery with the assistance of the eDiscovery team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 + years of work experience as a litigation paralegal in a law firm or a specialized litigation practice firm.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, attention to detail, and muti-tasking to meet competing demands.
• Excellent research, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office software products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be available to work overtime and travel, as needed.
• Proficient in using the Internet for fact research.
• Proficient in Adobe; Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel; Relativity.

Nice To Haves

• ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred.
• Experience using litigation support software for managing files and transcripts preferred. (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw, Opus2 Magnum, and Adobe).
• Experience with deposition management software and document management software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in initial client and witness interviews, investigations, fact analysis and conference calls as needed.
• Coordinate/run background searches, public records research, arbitrator searches and bio summaries.
• Analyze documentary evidence, including preparation of chronologies, timelines, etc.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and agencies such as court reporters, court personnel, eDiscovery vendors, etc.
• Assist with proofreading, cite and fact checking, case law retrieval, shepardizing, and citation verification.
• Research local rules and procedures.
• Manage and organize large volume of documents, especially client document collections.
• Perform complex searches, review and manage large discovery matters within Relativity and other web-accessible review platforms.
• Coordinate and collaborate with eDiscovery staff to ensure legal team needs are defined and met.
• Assist with compiling data and running data analytics.
• Prepare templates and initial drafts of pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and related legal documents.
• Prepare deposition testimony categorization using Opus2 Magnum or another deposition review tool.
• Knowledge of filing/e-filing procedures and coordinate with the Docketing Department regarding filing.
• Supply factual support for statement of facts (reviewing declarations, depositions and documents) and draft initial statements.
• Organize and prepare trial materials, specifically pleadings, witness prep materials, trial notebooks, exhibits, deposition designations and demonstratives.
• Attend and assist attorneys in the courtroom at hearing, trial and arbitrations.
• Use digital presentation tools in the courtroom.
• Provide direction and guidance to project assistants assigned to case team.
• 1500 billable hours target.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level