Sidley Austin LLP · 14 hours ago
Paralegal - Litigation
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSidley Austin LLP is a prominent law firm, and they are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to manage all aspects of large scale, complex litigation. The role involves responsibilities such as managing litigation cases, preparing documents for trials, and mentoring entry-level project assistants.
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Responsibilities
Managing all phases of large scale complex litigation cases, arbitrations and investigations, including motion practice, discovery, trial and appellate phases
Managing and manipulating electronic and hard copy documents and files using Firm document management and litigation support systems
Producing electronic and hard copy documents
Gathering and assembling documents for witness preparations and depositions
Preparing for and attending court trials and/or arbitrations and handling all duties associated with a trial such as: preparing witness binders, preparing and tracking exhibits, coordinating with trial consultants/vendors, scheduling court reporters, etc
Cite-checking and Blue-booking motions and briefs
Preparing privilege logs
Filing documents electronically with the courts through ECF and Texas approved e-filing vendor
Proficient in Westlaw/Lexis, PACER and Relativity
Trains and mentors entry-level project assistants, as applicable
Performs other projects and tasks as requested by attorneys and Manager
Performs other work-related duties, as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum five years of litigation paralegal experience at a medium or large law firm
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel applications and litigation support technology, including use and familiarity of Relativity and Case Notebook
Trial management and attendance with medium to large scale trials and evidentiary hearings as lead paralegal
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Able to work independently, seeking guidance when necessary
A self-starter who takes ownership and shows commitment to the job
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Knowledge of handling intellectual property and trade secret matters, including assisting with claim construction hearings
Preferred
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program
Company
Sidley Austin LLP
Sidley is an elite global law firm.
1001-5000 employees
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