Litigation Paralegal
Princeton, NJ
Full Time
Mid Level
Growing Law Firm looking to bring on a Litigation Paralegal. Viable candidates will need to be able to work on-site in Princeton.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
- Document collection and review, electronic filing, maintaining litigation calendars, and research and analysis of evidence to be used in litigation cases.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- 7 of experience within a litigation department of a law firm close to Saul Ewing’s size
- Paralegal certificate is preferred
- Associate degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred
- Bachelor’s degree is a plus
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