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Title : Litigation Paralegal

Location : California - San Francisco
Refer to Job # AJLI738380

Litigation Paralegal Duties: Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation while handling a variety of substantive and administrative responsibilities under the supervision of an attorney. Will coordinate and oversee all aspects of case related eDiscovery, including but not limited to database set up and implementation, online document review and production, preparation of witness files, data preparation for trial and post litigation eDiscovery processes. Participate in initial client and witness interviews, investigations, fact analysis. Trial and trial preparation experience including attendance and support at trial. Supervise non-attorney resources in preparation for trial; assist with pre-trial filings and related projects. Manage electronic document review and production; liaison with eDiscovery team on database development and implementation; assist with the review of ESI and the production of responsive documents; coordinate with client on the transfer of ESI for processing and review; use Relativity to prepare production indices, deposition exhibit and witness folders. Participate in initial client and witness interviews, investigations, fact analysis. Assist with phone interviews of declarants for their declarations. Analyze documentary evidence, including preparation of chronologies, cast of characters, etc. Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions to compel discovery, etc. Participate in formulation of discovery plans with attorneys. Draft requests for medical records and subpoenas for documents and depositions (former employment records, medical records, benefits files, earnings records, etc.). Prepare medical records requests (with authorization signed by patient/plaintiff). Coordinate/prepare EEOC, IDHR or related Human Rights Commission FOIA requests. Coordinate/run background searches on opposing party/plaintiff (criminal and civil docket review). Assist/manage document reviews for responsiveness and/or privilege including off-site or client/ opposing party reviews. Run, manage and maintain document searches and categorization in Relativity, Summation, etc. Prepare privilege document logs. Run arbitrator searches and create bio summaries. Prepare deposition and hearing abstracts. Prepare deposition testimony categorization using West Case Notebook or other deposition review tool. Coordinate with Court reporters. Assist with preparation of summary judgment filing, including preparation of appendix, citation review, contextual revisions, etc. Delegate and coordinate project assistant assignments/training. Supply factual support for statement of facts (reviewing declarations, depositions and documents); draft initial statements. Assist with analysis of time punch data (wage and hour cases) for refuting specific wage and salary allegations. Shepardize and cite check briefs. Assemble appendices for dispositive motions. Work with outside eDiscovery Vendors or copy services. Case team liaison with eDiscovery Support team. Prepare nonparty discovery requests such as subpoenas duces tecum without deposition, public records requests, authorizations and release of records and conduct internet public records research. Online research including fact checking. Knowledge of e-filing applications and procedures. Prepare witness files for deposition and trial using electronic tools. Understanding of and proficiency using eDiscovery tools and processes. Case team liaison with eDiscovery Support team. Annually bill at least 1500 billable hours. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent years of service. An ABA-approved paralegal certificate also preferred. 5+ years law firm experience with 3-5 years experience in eDiscovery. Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel; proficiency using the Internet for fact research. Familiarity with Relativity and Relativity modules, CaseMap and other litigation support and eDiscovery tools; proficiency organizing and implementing the firms eDiscovery processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Detail-oriented and able to work effectively under pressure. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Willing to work overtime. Excellent organization skills.

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