Paralegal (Amazon Flex)
About The Position
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, has an opportunity for a litigation paralegal seeking a role with increased flexibility without giving up the challenge of a full-cycle litigation practice. Working with a small dedicated team of attorneys servicing the firm’s largest client, this litigation paralegal will focus on defending the client in wage and hour individual arbitrations. Core responsibilities will regularly include, but will not be limited to, project administration, reporting, managing litigation, preparing and summarizing documents, organizing case and project files, managing discovery-related activities, using automation to create draft motions, witness outlines and other documents for attorney review. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. Ogletree Deakins paralegals are part of a robust paralegal program with opportunities for growth, professional development and bonuses.
Requirements
- Paralegal certification / degree from accredited college or university is preferred.
- Paralegal experience is preferred, in particular working in a labor/employment practice and Class Action/PAGA matters.
- Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; Lexis-Nexis and WestLaw, Live Note, Document Management System, expense and billing systems.
- Experience working with SmartSheet is preferred.
- Must have the ability to work independently and take initiative on tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
- Must be a self-learner with the motivation to continuously develop skillsets, particularly pertaining to ever-changing software and technology.
Responsibilities
- Project administration
- Reporting
- Managing litigation
- Preparing and summarizing documents
- Organizing case and project files
- Managing discovery-related activities
- Using automation to create draft motions, witness outlines and other documents for attorney review
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
- a 401(k) matching program
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
- Teladoc (24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- an Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
