Paralegal - Litigation

Alston & Bird•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Alston & Bird's Charlotte, NC office is seeking an experienced Paralegal to work in our complex Litigation & Trial practice group. Qualified candidates will have at least 5+ years of experience in all stages of litigation as a paralegal to include pretrial and trial experience. Experience with federal and state court litigation is required. Candidates should be self-starters, highly organized, and team players. Overtime is often needed to meet client deadlines.

Requirements

Flexibility and the ability to work overtime are essential
Excellent time management and project management skills are required including ability to set and manage multiple priorities and make appropriate judgments
Detail oriented, excellent oral and written communication and follow-up skills are crucial (spelling, grammar usage, writing skills, etc.)
A high level of energy and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment is essential, as is the ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to work well under pressure
Four-year college degree is required; paralegal certificate recommended
5+ years of experience as a Litigation & Trial paralegal

Responsibilities

Organize, maintain, and manage case files, including correspondence, court filings, discovery materials, and trial notebooks
Utilize document management systems and databases (e.g., Relativity, Westlaw, LEXIS) to store, track, and retrieve case-related information
Maintain accurate daily time records and document retention systems for large-scale litigation
Conduct legal research and Cite-Checks using online databases and traditional resources to locate case law, statutes, regulations, and other relevant materials
Compile, analyze, and report on data from legal reference materials and discovery documents
Analyze incoming data and prepare detailed internal and client-facing reports
Draft shells for complaints, answers, motions, petitions, affidavits, and legal correspondence
Review, proofread, and summarize legal documents, including depositions, for accuracy, grammar, context, and key content
Assist in trial preparation, including drafting pretrial orders, jury instructions, voir dire questions, witness and exhibit lists, and motions in limine
Support attorneys during trial by scheduling and contacting witnesses and experts, obtaining written statements when necessary, tracking exhibits, and managing trial logistics
Familiar with e-discovery processes and Relativity software
Consult with attorneys to establish workflows for efficient document review and legal automation
Perform automated support tasks to prepare, organize, and manage exhibits and evidence
Prepare materials for client communications and mailings
Follow ethical requirements as outlined by the Rules of Professional Conduct
Apply knowledge of civil and criminal procedures and court requirements to support litigation needs