Litigation Paralegal

Tucker Arensberg PC • Pittsburgh, PA

12h

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal works closely with attorneys on a full spectrum of clients within the general litigation and ERISA practice groups. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below.

Please note that we champion the development of all roles. This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

• Active Notary.
• Experience with an electronic document management system like iManage.
• Experience with a billing and timekeeping software like Aderant.
• Experience with CaseMap, TrialMap, or Trial Director.
• Experience with billable hours expectation.
• Federal court experience.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients and others while gathering documentation or information.
• Conduct limited legal research utilizing resources like Lexis and Pacer research.
• Apply key legal doctrines to assist with case strategies for attorney review.
• Cite checking and sherardizing when necessary.
• Organize litigation matters and tasks to establish timelines for key events in cases.
• Assist with preparation of pleadings and discovery in federal and state court matters, and arbitration proceedings.
• Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings.
• Work within Litigation software and manage commercial cases for our Attorneys.
• Draft motions, pleadings, notices, and correspondence.
• Analyze, review, and organize documents produced during discovery.
• Coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
• Trial, arbitration, and deposition preparation. Prepare trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
• Liaison with courts, opposing counsel, and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
• Manage calendars and deadline reminders.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of each practice group’s services to strengthen perspectives and input on each subject matter.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family
• Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account options
• Retirement plan contributions
• Paid Time Off and Firm Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance for education and skill development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed