Ogletree Deakins · 12 hours ago
Paralegal
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expOgletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. They are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to manage assigned litigation or administrative matters, conduct legal research, prepare documents, and assist attorneys in various capacities throughout the litigation process.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Researches law, investigates facts, and independently prepares documents to assist attorneys with matters
Summarizes complex legal documents
Organizes and indexes case files
Determines and calendars deadlines
Performs wide variety of legal research and data compilation with little or no supervision
Files pleadings with court clerk
Prepares reports, correspondence, declarations and complaints
Drafts a variety of legal documents
Prepares affidavits or documents and maintains document file
Prepares for mediations and trials
Assists Attorneys at trial
Assists Attorney in preparation for depositions
Communicates with witnesses and experts
Scheduling
Enters billing and expense data into Firm system in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Paralegal certification / degree from accredited college or university
6+ years of paralegal experience, preferably working in a labor/employment litigation practice
Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SmartSheet; Lexis-Nexis and WestLaw, Case Map Cloud, Trial Director 360, Relativity eDiscovery platform, Document Management System, expense and billing systems, and other firm programs
Able to operate multi-line phone, calculator, smart phone, copier, fax, scanner
Analytical – Able to mine and collect data for cases
Problem Solving Skills – gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Uses experience and judgment to accomplish tasks
Initiative and Judgement – Takes independent actions and reasonable risks; Asks for and offers help when needed
Interpersonal Skills – focuses on case/task at hand. Maintains confidentiality
Communication – Listens and gets clarification. Responds to inquiries quickly with professionalism and tact. Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for errors. Able to read and interpret information accurately and concisely
Organization skills - keep work area neat and clear of safety hazards, electronic evidence files are maintained neatly and are easily retrieved. Ability to organize, manage, prioritize, and handle numerous projects/tasks, sometimes heavy caseloads. Detail oriented
Teamwork – Willing and eager to help others and share knowledge and skills
Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time
Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Willing to commit to additional hours when necessary to reach Firm objectives
Knowledge - In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
Training and mentoring of new paralegals
Assumes leadership role with other paralegals to accomplish goals
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
401(k) matching program
Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Ogletree Deakins
Ogletree Deakins is a labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.43MKey Investors
Invest Northern Ireland
2021-09-07Grant· $0.43M
Leadership Team
David Zimbrick
Chief Financial Officer
David Boland
Chief Knowledge Officer
Recent News
2025-11-25
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