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Title : Paralegal (international Trade)

Location : District of Columbia - Washington
Refer to Job # TDXU732184

Paralegal (International Trade) The candidate will be responsible to work primarily on specific cases/transactions, provide general assistance to a project team of attorneys, and/or to support attorneys whose practice involves specific areas of law. Monitor regulations, legal developments and compliance procedures in their area of expertise. Provide general supervision of Project Assistants and other clerical staff. Conduct statutory, regulatory or factual research with respect to client matters. Such research might include investigation of federal or state laws and regulations, relevant markets, corporate participants and industry standards and practices. Participate in due diligence, privilege and other reviews of client records and files. Assist with organization of client materials and attorney work product, including use of databases, imaging systems and other computer-based technology. Maintain pleadings files and other case or project records; circulate materials to project team, as needed. Maintain chronological records of project activity. Arrange filings, mailings and service list deliveries with appropriate courts, government agencies and other parties. Under the supervision of an attorney, draft, edit, cite-check, conform and otherwise assist in the preparation of legal documents. Prepare binders of completed transactions. Obtain services from outside contractors, including court reporters, research services, exhibit preparation services, filing services and printers. Process billing and disbursement paperwork in connection with those services. Act as liaison for the project team with support departments and other offices of the firm, anticipating and assuming responsibility for special staffing needs, such as overtime, clerical and/or notary assistance. The candidate must have a BA/BS degree with Strong foreign language skills (preferably in Chinese or Spanish). 1 to 2 years of litigation experience is highly preferred. Ability to read, write and speak English is must. Substantive knowledge of and familiarity with specific areas of law, as required is critical. Strong analytical and research skills are necessary. Thorough knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is desired. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate potentially detailed and complex information to others are must. Aptitude and willingness to work with complex procedures is essential. Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to organize self and others is necessary. Demonstrated strong attention to detail is required. Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions is compulsory. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner is necessary. Ability to work independently and with a team is essential. Willingness and ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities is required. Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and firm management, and outside business partners is compulsory. Ability to work well under pressure, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for projects assigned is must. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client and office information and adhering to the Firm s Core Values is necessary.

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