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Title : Litigation Paralegal

Location : Texas - Dallas
Refer to Job # XOVS763402

Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities: Must be well versed in both federal and state court procedure and filing requirements, to include e-filing in federal courts and state courts. Perform administrative duties, such as calendar hearings, court and discovery deadlines. Manage hard copy and electronic case documents, including managing email and electronic files and preparing binders of hard copy documents. Provide internet research including pulling cases from Lexis and Westlaw, as needed, along with conducting research and analyzing various law sources. Assist with the general aspects of document productions (redacting, copying, Bates stamping). Assist attorneys with preparation of pleadings and discovery documents. Cite-check, bluebook and Shepardize briefs and legal memoranda. Drafting of routine court documents. Organize, analyze, and index documents and exhibits. Assist with all aspects of deposition and hearing preparation. Organize and prepare witness files and trial notebooks. Create and maintain trial exhibit and deposition designation databases; assist with preparation of pre and post-trial briefs. Create and maintain working files for attorneys and index files for long-term storage. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with ABA paralegal certification or Associates/Bachelor's degree in Paralegal studies, preferred. 7+ years' litigation paralegal experience. Knowledge and understanding of legal principles and practices. Experienced in all areas of paralegal duties from inception of case to trial and appeal, including case management, general research utilizing Westlaw, case retrieval, bluebooking, cite checking and proof reading pleadings. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and litigation support applications such as Relativity Trial experience required. Ability to apply understanding and knowledge of the litigation process from pretrial to post-trial. Strong organizational and problem solving skills. Superior interpersonal skills to ensure effective communication across a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys and staff while maintaining high level of work quality and customer service. Ability to travel locally and nationwide as needed. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion. Ability to work moderate to heavy overtime. Extensive knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and electronic filing procedures for Dallas County and Texas Federal Courts. Experience in preparation of timelines and PowerPoint graphics. Experience in all aspects of trial planning, preparation, and coordination. Ability to convey information to individuals at all levels within the firm in a courteous and professional manner; strong service orientation. Organizes and manages litigation cases from inception to trial and appeal including document productions, deposition preparation and trial preparation. Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects with changing priorities. Participate in document reviews. Attend hearings and trials. Preparation of demonstrative materials for hearings and trials. Ability to communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel and court personnel.

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