Paralegal - Litigation

Sidley Austin LLP • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal will manage all aspects of large scale, complex litigation. The position will require over time and may involve some travel.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of litigation paralegal experience at a medium or large law firm
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel applications and litigation support technology, including use and familiarity of Relativity and Case Notebook.
• Trial management and attendance with medium to large scale trials and evidentiary hearings as lead paralegal
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
• Able to work independently, seeking guidance when necessary
• A self-starter who takes ownership and shows commitment to the job
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Knowledge of handling intellectual property and trade secret matters, including assisting with claim construction hearings

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program

Responsibilities

• Managing all phases of large scale complex litigation cases, arbitrations and investigations, including motion practice, discovery, trial and appellate phases
• Managing and manipulating electronic and hard copy documents and files using Firm document management and litigation support systems
• Producing electronic and hard copy documents
• Gathering and assembling documents for witness preparations and depositions
• Preparing for and attending court trials and/or arbitrations and handling all duties associated with a trial such as: preparing witness binders, preparing and tracking exhibits, coordinating with trial consultants/vendors, scheduling court reporters, etc.
• Cite-checking and Blue-booking motions and briefs
• Preparing privilege logs
• Filing documents electronically with the courts through ECF and Texas approved e-filing vendor
• Proficient in Westlaw/Lexis, PACER and Relativity
• Trains and mentors entry-level project assistants, as applicable
• Performs other projects and tasks as requested by attorneys and Manager
• Performs other work-related duties, as may be assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees