Job Description

POSITION TITLE: LITIGATION PARALEGAL

REPORTS TO: PRACTICE SUPPORT MANAGER            

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT          

PURPOSE: Keller Lenkner seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support its practice of representing a broad array of clients as plaintiffs in complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels. The Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for performing a variety of complex tasks in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Tasks and projects must be executed with a high level of attention to detail. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administratively manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and appellate procedures. 
• Assist with the preparation, filing, and organization of pleadings, briefs, appeals and other legal documents using Microsoft Word, CM/ECF, DocketBird, and other systems. 
• Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other sources to organize for attorney use. 
• Cite-check legal documents to conform citations and authorities to Bluebook standards, Shepardize authorities, and verify the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits. 
• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, expert materials, attorney notebooks, and other documents in hard copy and on electronic case-management systems, including NetDocuments. 
• Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents utilizing firm software. 
• Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors when necessary. 
• Coordinate with other areas/departments within the firm to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes. 
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·       Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. 

·       Ability to function well in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

·       Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities. 
• Ability to maintain a thorough understanding of rules and procedures for various federal and state jurisdictions. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment. 
• Ability to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team.
• Skilled in managing complex litigation in multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years related experience is required. 
• Experience using the federal courts’ CM/ECF system, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES REQUIRED

• An ABA-approved Paralegal certificate is preferred.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This job requires remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.