Paralegal

Axinn Veltrop & Harkrider LLP•Washington, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Paralegal provides practice specific legal support for our litigation group. This requires experience conducting research, managing deadlines and competing work flows and demands. Will support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case management, court filings, document review and production, research, discovery, summary judgment, Markman, mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeals.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant experience preferred
BA/BS degree required
Previous trial experience required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written (including editing and proofing)
Effective time management skills, with the ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously and manage multiple projects while prioritizing assignments
Ability to build rapport with attorneys, professional staff, and vendors
Strong computer skills, including web-based research and proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and various document management tools. Ability to learn and use new software quickly.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently but within a team environment
Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Available to work overtime as required, even on short notice. Travel may also be required as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Litigation Paralegal preferred
Prior knowledge of Westlaw, Lexis and litigation support platforms such as Relativity, iConnect, Opus is preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct factual and legal research, compiling results in an organized manner
Prepares court filings, including proofreading, cite-checking, and compilation of declarations, exhibits & appendices, ToAs
Performs electronic filing in various courts and agencies
Maintain case calendars with firm docketing software
Manage/prepare communications and document transmission with outside counsel
Maintain litigation/case files including document organization and retrieval, document production and Bates labeling; retrieval and review of documents and expert reports;
Assist with court filings including e-filing, editing, cite checking, preparing exhibits and supporting documents
Assist with complex discovery projects including, but not limited to, document review and production, deposition prep and privilege logs
Interface with court/agency staff, other law firms, and vendors
Provide necessary support during trial/hearing preparation
Perform computer database input and retrieval with an emphasis on proficiency with e-discovery platforms including but not limited to Opus and Relativity
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive starting pay and annual discretionary bonus and raise eligibility
Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave)
Firm paid short and long-term disability, plus life and accident insurance
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan with generous employer contributions (please ask for further details re: eligibility requirements)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Flexible spending and health savings accounts (medical plan dependent)
Firm paid comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Student loan refinancing discounts
Fitness/Gym dues reimbursement program
Hybrid remote work schedules are available for most employees (per current policy, in-office presence is required at least 3-days per week and fully remote roles are not available)