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Title : Litigation Paralegal

Location : New Jersey - Princeton
Refer to Job # GHQL729039

Practice law in the London office of this powerhouse international New York firm. This firm’s client list reads like a “Who’s Who” of the world’s corporate big leaguers, and they have a full service practice that excels in virtually all areas of the law. This energetic, youthful firm blends polished professionalism with a bright, informal atmosphere. The combination is awesome! Associates are respected and are given early responsibility as well as good training and feedback. They are now seeking candidates of the highest caliber with excellent academics and experience.
Litigation Paralegal Duties: Primary role of the Litigation Paralegal is to assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, depositions, and meetings. Organize documents and coordinate document productions. Organize processes for production, redaction, duplication and indexing of documents. Set up and maintain files which are organized chronologically, numerically and/or by subject matter. Maintain master set of all documents. Keep updated record and correspondence files. Prepare and maintain indices of document productions. Manage information. Manage information using various firm databases and applications, including MS Word and Excel, Relativity, Best Authority, Concordance, LiveNote, Litigator s Notebook, LEXIS and WestLaw; Powerpoint, SharePoint, and Trial Director. Conduct various document searches and research. Assist in preparing documents for production. Review documents for responsiveness to document requests. Assist with and maintain privilege logs. Maintain complete set of production documents. Create and maintain internal case databases, run searches on internal and external document databases and systems, cull relevant information from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations. Prepare for and attend depositions. Assist attorneys in preparation for depositions. Digest depositions and trial transcripts. Manage deposition and trial transcripts inventory and access. Gather and prepare documents relevant to the deponent. Organize exhibits, take notes and handle exhibits during the deposition; Motion practice. Assist with preparation of briefs, memoranda and exhibits. Cite check and Blue Book cases. Check quotes for accuracy. Prepare table of contents and table of authorities. Pull relevant documents, proofread papers, organize exhibits and create document indices in the preparation of motion filing. Work with attorneys and the Managing Attorney s Office in the preparation and filing of all court documents. Liaison with Firm Resources and outside agencies. Oversee the progress of documents through the Litigation Support Department. Order transcripts from reporting services, and fulfill requests from outside counsel and others. Prepare for and attend trials. Organize exhibits, files and all other supporting documents. Coordinate trial set-up and logistics. Arrange for transporting and setting up files at court. At trial assist attorneys in the courtroom by taking notes, handling exhibits, marking documents referred to by counsel and tracking exhibit usage. Assist in the preparation of witness testimony and serve as liaison between trial attorneys and in-house staff. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from accredited four-year college; Demonstrated academic success with above average GPA; Ability to work overtime; Ability to work in small office with tight-knit group; 3+ years of experience Litigation, preferably in a Products Liability practice group; Law firm experience; Ability to manage large, complex cases and prepare for and attend trials; Outstanding written and oral communication skills and must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment; Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time; Excellent attention to detail; and Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently and graciously interact with Attorneys, Partners, Paralegals and all staff members.

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