Litigation Paralegal

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in our Litigation practice group. While the location preference is Pittsburgh, PA, we will consider qualified applicants at other office locations.

Responsibilities include reviewing medical records, preparing depositions, drafting discovery, and assisting in motions. Candidates should have 5+ years in business litigation and an ABA-approved paralegal certificate or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in business litigation.
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of discovery and familiarity with court dockets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; highly organized.
• Technical and database skills; pre-trial and trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize medical records and deposition transcripts.
• Prepare notices of depositions and deposition exhibits.
• Communicate with experts and clients.
• Create and maintain case chronologies.
• Draft discovery requests and responses; assist in motions and exhibits.
• Review and organize document productions; apply redactions.
• Organize and maintain internal case lists with deadlines for client, opposing counsel, and court.
• Assist in research of case law and draft client update reports.
• Collaborate with Project Assistant, Clerks and staff to fulfill production needs.
• Multitask and manage a large caseload; work overtime as needed.

Skills

Discovery

Litigation support

Document management

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.

Dinsmore is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in our Litigation practice group. While the location preference is Pittsburgh, PA, we will consider qualified applicants at other office locations.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize medical records and deposition transcripts
• Prepare notices of depositions and deposition exhibits
• Communicate with experts and clients
• Create and maintain case chronologies
• Draft discovery requests and discovery responses
• Assist in the draft of motions, responses, replies, and exhibits
• Review and organize document productions for responsiveness, applying necessary redactions, and finalizing for production
• Organize and manage document productions
• Organize and maintain internal active case lists with applicable deadlines to the client, opposing counsel, and the court
• Assist in the research of case lawDraft client update reports
• Ability to work with Project Assistant, Clerks, and other staff to fulfill production needs
• Ability to multi-task, carry a large caseload, and work overtime as needed
• Other duties as requested

Requirements

• At least five years of experience in the area of business litigation with
• A college degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or experience equivalent
• Strong knowledge and experience with discovery is a must, as well as
• Knowledge accessing and reviewing court dockets.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Be highly organized
• Have strong technical and database skills and
• Possess pre-trial and trial experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

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