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Title : Toxic Tort Litigation Paralegal

Location : New York - Buffalo
Refer to Job # IRGW827721

Toxic Tort Litigation Paralegal (Buffalo, NY), a law firm with a national practice, seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to join its Buffalo office as a Paralegal. The paralegal will assist and provide a wide range of legal support to the supervising attorney(s); therefore, they will enhance the attorney's effectiveness. These duties will include, but it is not limited to: maintaining files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, communicating with clients and other parties involve in the cases etc. This position requires knowledge of law offices common practices and the legal field. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently, with minimal supervision Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint E-filing knowledge in preparation to file all types of discovery requests, responses to opposing counsel, and motions Knowledge of legal documents and terminology Knowledge of billing Knowledge of investigating the facts of a case Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations and articles Organize and maintain documents in the physical file and in the firm's document Management software Gather, maintain current and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation Write reports to help attorneys prepare for trial Obtain affidavits and other formal documents/statements that may be used as evidence in court Assist lawyers during trials by handlings exhibits, taking notes or reviewing trial transcripts File exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents (after lawyer has reviewed and approved) with the court or opposing council Reach out to clients, witnesses, lawyers and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, or depositions. EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS: 2 to 5 years of experience as a paralegal. Candidates with experience in Toxic Tort preferred. is a national civil litigation firm with more than 20 offices in 10 states spanning major metro markets across the U.S., providing strategic coverage wherever our clients do business. As a firm of experienced litigators and trial attorneys, our capabilities span business and commercial disputes, employment and labor, insurance coverage, product liability, and more. Today, our nearly 400 attorneys are trusted counselors to public and private clients in key sectors and industries including construction and energy, transportation, manufacturing, retail and hospitality, and insurance. Department: Paralegal

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