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Title : Litigation Paralegal

Location : Missouri - Kansas City
Refer to Job # THVL733838


Litigation Paralegal The Candidate will be responsible to organize documents and coordinate document productions to include bates-stamping, redaction, and indexing of documents. Work under the guidance of an attorney on electronic productions. Prepare a chronology of facts and create production logs. Obtain, review, organize preliminary documentation and information received from clients and opposing counsel. Create and maintain internal case management databases, run searches on internal and external resources. Assist in locating fact witnesses and expert witnesses; gather and prepare documents relevant to testimony; conduct interviews of witnesses within scope of paralegals job function. Assist attorney(s) in developing the defense of case and trial strategy. Draft correspondence and responsive pleadings, routine motions, discovery and affidavits for review and signature by attorney. Assist in trial preparations to include organization of file and exhibits; coordinate trial set-up and logistics; assist attorneys in courtroom when needed; serve as liaison with witnesses. The candidate should have a four year degree in Paralegal Studies or a Bachelor's degree in another field with a certification in Paralegal Studies with 2+ years of experience working as a paralegal in litigation with an emphasis in medical malpractice and products liability practice areas and have knowledge of legal principles and practices at a level normally acquired through formal paralegal training. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet project deadlines. Ability to proofread material for contextual, grammatical, typographic or spelling errors. Ability to review, organize, analyze and summarize facts and documents. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively from clients and attorneys and have advanced knowledge of Word and Outlook. Proficient in document management and case management software.
 
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