Paralegal - Real Estate Litigation
The Litigation Paralegal is integral member of a Litigation Section’s team and provides paralegal and administrative support, such as e-filing, calendaring, and case file management, assisting in discovery, and hearing/trial support, for the assigned Litigation Section and Deputy Attorneys General. Reports to Section Chief.
• Complete all tasks necessary for the preparation of legal documents; type and copy correspondence, pleadings and legal documents for filing in state or federal courts; docket pleadings and other documents; maintain calendars of attorney due dates; open and close cases; maintain databases and files; and obtain case information upon request from court personnel and opposing counsel.
• Assist in the discovery phase of litigation. Process discovery requests directed to clients and prepare interrogatories, discovery requests and subpoenas; contact clients or liaisons to obtain documents and responses to discovery; keep track of due dates and prepare discovery-related motions.
• Identify, collect and prepare evidentiary materials in support of motions, including affidavits and documentary evidence, at the direction of the assigned attorney. Legal research if requested.
• Assist in trial preparation, as required.
• Responsible for mail distribution.
• Responsible for preparation and processing of reports and other Section-related documents.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by the supervising attorney or Section Chief.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient computer skills to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Excel, Time Matters, ediscovery software, and various case management tools.
• Good client relations skills, including ability to work with clients to obtain information in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Pleasant telephone demeanor, as clients and opposing counsel must frequently be contacted by phone.
• Familiarity with civil discovery process, including knowledge of the various forms of discovery and appropriate objections.
• Familiarity with summary judgment process, including admissibility of evidence.
• Ability to manage large volume of cases, including monitoring of due dates and prompting of clients to respond when required. Strong organization skills required.
• Must maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Paralegal degree or certificate or equivalent work experience required.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
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• Complete all tasks necessary for the preparation of legal documents; type and copy correspondence, pleadings and legal documents for filing in state or federal courts; docket pleadings and other documents; maintain calendars of attorney due dates; open and close cases; maintain databases and files; and obtain case information upon request from court personnel and opposing counsel.
• Assist in the discovery phase of litigation. Process discovery requests directed to clients and prepare interrogatories, discovery requests and subpoenas; contact clients or liaisons to obtain documents and responses to discovery; keep track of due dates and prepare discovery-related motions.
• Identify, collect and prepare evidentiary materials in support of motions, including affidavits and documentary evidence, at the direction of the assigned attorney. Legal research if requested.
• Assist in trial preparation, as required.
• Responsible for mail distribution.
• Responsible for preparation and processing of reports and other Section-related documents.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by the supervising attorney or Section Chief.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient computer skills to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Excel, Time Matters, ediscovery software, and various case management tools.
• Good client relations skills, including ability to work with clients to obtain information in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Pleasant telephone demeanor, as clients and opposing counsel must frequently be contacted by phone.
• Familiarity with civil discovery process, including knowledge of the various forms of discovery and appropriate objections.
• Familiarity with summary judgment process, including admissibility of evidence.
• Ability to manage large volume of cases, including monitoring of due dates and prompting of clients to respond when required. Strong organization skills required.
• Must maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Paralegal degree or certificate or equivalent work experience required.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
Apply Now
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