Job description
Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
This position is located in Baltimore, MD and reports to the Office Administrator.
In this role, the paralegal will work with multiple attorneys providing a full range of litigation support including, but not limited to the following:
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist with preparation of pleadings and discovery in federal and state court matters and arbitration proceedings.
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Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings.
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Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced during discovery; and, prepare/coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
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Prepare deposition and record subpoenas according to state and federal regulations; coordinate production of third-party records and summarize some; prepare deposition outlines and summaries.
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Analyze and review privileged documents.
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Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
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Prepare initial drafts of various pleadings and discovery documents.
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Presentation of case summaries and courses of action to supervising attorneys.
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Conducting legal research, including but not limited to, Lexis and Pacer research.
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Cite-checking and shepardizing and assistance with motion preparation.
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Liaison with courts and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
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Prepare responses to audit requests.
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Keep abreast of developments, procedures and rules in the forums where the office practices.
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Demonstrate basic strategic thinking and initiative with case assignments.
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Maintain calendars, provide attorney billing/invoice processing support, complete reports and enter time records and create new file and update client matter reports.
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Address client case status inquiries, including steps in process remaining, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
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Witness interviews and preparation of interview summaries, prepare government agency filings.
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Extensive subpoena service, editing documents.
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Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Skills and Educational Requirements:
- Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Paralegal degree or related certificate, high school diploma or equivalent minimum.
- ABA Paralegal Certificate highly preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of law firm (paralegal) litigation experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and project management skills
- Proficiency with Word, Excel and other office tools, including document management platforms
- Detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and work within deadlines
- Knowledge of state and court agency rules
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and where they can flourish professionally. In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.
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