Senior Paralegal, Litigation

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP•New York, NY

6d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world's key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions. Visit davispolk.com. Position Summary The paralegal is a vital member of the litigation case team. They are responsible for general case maintenance and case support. The litigation paralegal works directly with attorneys, clerks, and other firm support departments and is responsible for overseeing case projects. Ideal candidates must be highly motivated and conscientious, have exceptional organization and communication skills, and a sharp eye for detail. Above-average oral and written skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills are requisite. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications Online research (LexisNexis/Westlaw, PACER, CM/ECF) Prepares motion papers, court filings, and correspondence; liaises between various litigation support departments Organize, review and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for ECF filings Conduct electronic document reviews, conduct searches of production databases for documents Bates and confidentiality stamping in Adobe Acrobat when producing documents outside of electronic database Delivers electronic media and corresponding cover letters, tracks delivery of production materials Assist attorneys with preparation of materials such as assembling exhibits and relevant documents for depositions, trials and arbitrations Reserves conference rooms and in-house services, and arranges for court reporter and videographer services for on-site depositions Organizes and maintains electronic record of deposition transcripts, videos, and hard copy record of original and certified transcripts Reviews transcripts and videos for errata Knowledge of cite-checking/Bluebook Draft TOA/TOC Assist with additional case related projects as needed Assist with training and mentoring entry level paralegals Overtime and travel may be required Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor’s Degree (required) Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program (preferred) Minimum of 2 years litigation experience in state and federal trial courts (required) Technologies Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other office tools including document review software, document management system required Compensation The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80,000 - $90,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Davis Polk is not only a top-tier law firm. We are a unique community of highly motivated individuals who work creatively and collaboratively to solve problems, shape strategy and deliver the highest quality results. As a business professional at the firm, you will work with colleagues in your department, across Business Services and with our lawyers to produce high-impact results for the firm and our clients. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world's key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions. Visit davispolk.com.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (required)
Minimum of 2 years litigation experience in state and federal trial courts (required)
Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other office tools including document review software, document management system required

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program (preferred)

Responsibilities

Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications
Online research (LexisNexis/Westlaw, PACER, CM/ECF)
Prepares motion papers, court filings, and correspondence; liaises between various litigation support departments
Organize, review and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for ECF filings
Conduct electronic document reviews, conduct searches of production databases for documents
Bates and confidentiality stamping in Adobe Acrobat when producing documents outside of electronic database
Delivers electronic media and corresponding cover letters, tracks delivery of production materials
Assist attorneys with preparation of materials such as assembling exhibits and relevant documents for depositions, trials and arbitrations
Reserves conference rooms and in-house services, and arranges for court reporter and videographer services for on-site depositions
Organizes and maintains electronic record of deposition transcripts, videos, and hard copy record of original and certified transcripts
Reviews transcripts and videos for errata
Knowledge of cite-checking/Bluebook
Draft TOA/TOC
Assist with additional case related projects as needed
Assist with training and mentoring entry level paralegals