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DLA Piper · 3 weeks ago

Paralegal - Franchise

Short Hills, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$43.36/hr - $57.46/hr

1+ years exp

DLA Piper is a bold and collaborative law firm that is looking for a Paralegal – Franchise to support its strategic initiatives. The role involves preparing legal documents, coordinating with various parties, and managing case-related information under the supervision of attorneys.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Drafts simple pleadings and/or assists attorneys with major motions and filings

Performs cite-checking, fact-checking, and Blue Booking of legal memoranda and Shepardizing cases

Organizes all necessary documents for witness interviews, depositions, hearings, trials or arbitrations

Reviews, organizes and maintains document databases for case tracking, discovery and document productions

Utilizes legal software such as Relativity and litigation technology including eDiscovery and data rooms

EFiles documents in State and Federal Courts and coordinates service of documents

Locates and reviews information applicable to a particular case, person or subject via online research or document reviews

Assists in the preparation of pretrial motions, trail binders, trial exhibits, etc

Assist attorneys at depositions, hearings, trials or arbitrations

Manage data rooms and matter files

Qualification

RelativityLexisNexisWestlawWordExcelOutlookOrganizational skillsAttention to detailVerbal communicationWritten communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED

1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate

Individuals without a degree or certification require five years' legal support experience in the specific practice area

Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook

Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw or similar application required

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle large volumes of work associates with each matter

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties

Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner

Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product

Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required

Foster positive work relationships

Comply with all firm policies and practices

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment