Litigation Paralegal

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in our Litigation practice group. The position involves reviewing medical records, preparing deposition notices, managing case chronologies, drafting discovery requests and responses, and assisting with motions and exhibits.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of business litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and strong organizational and technical abilities.

Qualifications

• Requires at least five years of experience in business litigation.
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of discovery and managing court dockets.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong technical and database skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize medical records and deposition transcripts.
• Prepare notices of deposition and deposition exhibits.
• Communicate with experts and clients.
• Create and maintain case chronologies.
• Draft discovery requests and responses, and assist in motions and exhibits.
• Organize and manage document productions and deadlines.
• Coordinate with staff to fulfill production needs.
• Ability to multi-task and handle a large caseload, including overtime.

Skills

Litigation support

Discovery experience

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Education

BA/BS or paralegal certificate

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Tools

Court docket access

Document management systems

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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