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Title : Senior Litigation Paralegal
Location : California - San FranciscoRefer to Job # RRVI748341
Senior Litigation Paralegal DUTIES: Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the State and California Business & Professions Code Section 6450 et. seq. Manages document organization and production processes (hard copy and electronic). Collects materials from client, opposing parties, third parties, experts (hard copies, electronic data, physical evidence). Assists with the development and implementation of document review systems. Maintains chain of custody and manages logistics of production of documents (hard copy, electronic, native). Assists with bates labeling, substantive indexing of documents and other tasks related to general discovery preparation. Prepares for depositions: conducts database searches and/or manual review of files to compile documents relevant to deponent; prepares witness files chronologically and/or by subject matter; organizes, prepares, and tracks exhibits. Maintains deposition transcripts and errata sheets in organized fashion. Assists with the preparation and filing of briefs, appeals and other legal documents: compiles appendices and exhibits, proofreads and cite checks for factual data, prepares table of authorities, files documents with court (hard copy and electronic). Prepares for and attends trial: organizes, prepares and tracks exhibits; assists with the preparation of attorney work product; prepares deposition designations; compiles exhibits related to direct and cross examination outlines; assists with the set-up of trial site logistics and other trial related projects as assigned. Implements and manages organizational systems to maintain case calendar, pleadings, correspondence and related case documents utilizing Firm software. Manages and maintains Litigation Support systems (Relativity, LiveNote, CaseMap, Textmap and third party platforms. Offers suggestions to attorneys regarding most efficient technologies to manage client matters. Applies knowledge of litigation process, legal procedures, terminology, and experience to efficient completion of tasks from pretrial through discovery and trial preparation and appeal. Analyze documents and materials. Conduct factual and legal research and assemble for attorney use. Research may include bluebooking, cite checking, proofreading of documents and transcript review. This process may involve utilizing additional software applications to assist in the compilation of tables of content and tables of authority. Prepares documents to include: privilege logs, binders, correspondence, reports to clients, document indices, abstracts, spreadsheets, and chronology of facts. Responsible for overseeing other Paralegals, Project Assistants, legal secretaries, and/or temporary help, as needed. Monitors details and quality of others work. Interacts with outside entities (clients, government agencies, expert witnesses, consultants, other law firms, opposing parties, court personnel, etc. ), manages relationships with supporting vendors (e-discovery, court reporters, trial support, etc. ) and communicates findings to attorneys. Record billable and non-billable activities on a daily basis. Paralegals and Project Assistants are required to record 1600 client billable hours per calendar year, in accordance with Firm policy. Experience with PACER and federal/state court dockets/procedures. Ability to manage multiple cases/deadlines in a fast-paced environment and ability to work independently. Maintains solid working relationships with peers, support staff, attorneys, clients, etc. Other projects and duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree required. 5+ years of experience as a paralegal required. Must be able to demonstrate and meet the requirements of California Business & Professions Code Section 6450 et. seq. Experience in a large law firm setting preferred. Knowledge and understanding of legal principles and practices. Ability to work independently or as a team. Assumes responsibility for self and team. Anticipates needs, acts independently and asks questions or supervisors as needed. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion. Strong organizational, problem solving, and time management skills. Ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously, excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain and organize large volumes of data and documents. Strong oral and written communications skills. Display tact and good judgment. Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Familiarity with PowerPoint a plus. Intermediate to advanced understanding and proficiency with litigation support applications: Relativity and Livenote. Working knowledge of Casemap and Sanction is helpful. Knowledge of legal research tools, Westlaw and LexisNexis, and electronic court system A"Pacer. Intermediate working knowledge of e-discovery processes and software. Must be able to speak and interact positively with internal departments (IT, Litigation Support) and external vendors regarding electronic data, conversions, creation of databases, etc.
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