Senior Paralegal

SourcePro Search • Wilmington, DE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

SourcePro Search is conducting a search for a Senior Paralegal. General Summary: This position provides paralegal support to the attorneys and staff of a growing branch office of a highly prestigious, international law firm. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: E-filing in state courts; preparing and updating document binders and electronic case files; managing case calendars; deposition preparation support; and trial support. The position requires a bachelor’s degree, At least 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a corporate litigation law firm, Flexibility in availability (overtime will be required), dependability, Strong verbal and written communication skills, Attention to detail, and a professional, team-oriented work ethic. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions, not in priority order): Case management - Anticipate team needs; organize and maintain all case documents, electronic and otherwise; oversee handling of files between offices; arrange for appropriate technology; stay current with technology and firm initiatives; direct and delegate work for junior paralegals, where appropriate; maintain calendar for each team; distribute incoming e-filings to litigation teams; assist with mediation preparation and moderating via Zoom. Prepare for depositions - Under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, gather and prepare documents; prepare printed and/or electronic binders; organize exhibits; and handle exhibits during the deposition, if requested. Court filings - Under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, prepare and e-file state court documents using File & ServeXpress; prepare and distribute paper copies where required. Prepare for and attend trials - Under the guidance of a Senior Case Manager, review all trial documents (exhibits, designation, etc.); organize all trial materials; maintain case calendar; coordinate with vendors regarding graphics, technical support, reprographics, etc.; prepare courtroom, attend trial, and keep time; document management support during trial; trial transcript review; update exhibits lists, demonstratives, etc.; under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, coordinate with other firms, court clerks, and court reporters. Act as paralegal liaison with various internal departments and outside vendors/agencies Coordinate with and oversee the progress of projects through litigation support departments and outside vendors; order transcripts from reporting services; fulfill requests from firm attorneys, outside counsel, and others. Job Specifications: Hours – 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – 35 hour work week. This is an on-site position; hybrid work schedule is not applicable at this time. Flexibility in availability required, overtime will be necessary on occasion and potentially on short notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of prior work experience as a corporate litigation paralegal required.
• Experience with the Court of Chancery practice and procedures required; experience in other courts’ practices and procedures preferred.
• Proficiency in e-filing in state courts required; experience in other courts’ e-filing practices and procedures preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom and Adobe required.
• Proficiency with Relativity required.
• Must be: A professional, proactive, energetic, and hardworking team player
• Comfortable in a growing, evolving litigation practice
• Exceptionally well organized and detail oriented
• Highly skilled in verbal and written communication
• Able to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Able to act with a sense of urgency when necessary
• Available to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, potentially on short notice
• Willing to monitor emails during non-standard business hours
• Able to cultivate and sustain professional working relationships with attorneys and staff in a small office environment
• Able to effectively interact with all levels of firm personnel, in all Paul, Weiss offices, as well as with outside counsel, clients, and vendors

Responsibilities

• Case management - Anticipate team needs; organize and maintain all case documents, electronic and otherwise; oversee handling of files between offices; arrange for appropriate technology; stay current with technology and firm initiatives; direct and delegate work for junior paralegals, where appropriate; maintain calendar for each team; distribute incoming e-filings to litigation teams; assist with mediation preparation and moderating via Zoom.
• Prepare for depositions - Under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, gather and prepare documents; prepare printed and/or electronic binders; organize exhibits; and handle exhibits during the deposition, if requested.
• Court filings - Under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, prepare and e-file state court documents using File & ServeXpress; prepare and distribute paper copies where required.
• Prepare for and attend trials - Under the guidance of a Senior Case Manager, review all trial documents (exhibits, designation, etc.); organize all trial materials; maintain case calendar; coordinate with vendors regarding graphics, technical support, reprographics, etc.; prepare courtroom, attend trial, and keep time; document management support during trial; trial transcript review; update exhibits lists, demonstratives, etc.; under the supervision and direction of firm attorneys, coordinate with other firms, court clerks, and court reporters.
• Act as paralegal liaison with various internal departments and outside vendors/agencies Coordinate with and oversee the progress of projects through litigation support departments and outside vendors; order transcripts from reporting services; fulfill requests from firm attorneys, outside counsel, and others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level