Paralegal

Kaufman Dolowich, LLP•Wilmington, DE

49d

About The Position

Ready to take the next step in your professional career? Look no further than the Wilmington, Delaware office of Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S News in their list of “Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms." Our Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic Paralegal to join their growing team!

Requirements

Paralegal certificate required
2-3 years of litigation experience required
Excellent communication and organization abilities
Experience in using legal database software (NetDocs and West Law preferred)
Familiarity with legal terminology and principles
The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
Strong technology skills
The ability to perform legal research
Strong organizational skills; must be detail oriented
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service

Nice To Haves

General Liability or Insurance Coverage background preferred
Industry recognized certification from organizations such as ABA, NALA or AACP

Responsibilities

Works with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions, and other case filings
Utilizes existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases
Drafts discovery demands and responses, including, but not limited to, Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection and Requests for Admissions
Processes deposition transcripts
Prepares trial and arbitration hearing binders
Assists with drafting documents such as: Motion to Strike, Motion for Continuances, Proposed Orders, Requests for Judicial Notice, Evidentiary Objections, etc.
Assists with e-filing in State, Federal and Appellate Courts and checks the Court’s local rules
Prepares timelines and demonstrative exhibits
Drafts routine legal correspondence
Prepares first set of exhibits for motions, discovery responses, etc.
Reviews outgoing document production, including redacting and Bates stamping
Creates Preservation of Evidence Letter and Document Request Letters
Performs legal research via Lexis Nexis
Conducts social media searches
Processes HIPAA authorizations and follow up with providers for medical records
Reviews, summarize and analyze medical records to assist with defense of action
Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations