Litigation Paralegal

Snell & Wilmer; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

disability

life insurance

401K/profit sharing

paid holidays

tuition reimbursement

paid time off including vacation time,

Job summary

Snell & Wilmer in Portland seeks a full-time Litigation Paralegal to support trial teams through case management, document drafting, discovery and e-discovery, with strict attention to deadlines.

The role requires at least five years of experience, a paralegal certificate or ABA degree, strong research and communication skills, and proficiency with Relativity, Westlaw/Lexis, and Microsoft Office; travel may be required for hearings.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-accredited paralegal training program or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Experience with Relativity (RelOne) is a plus; proficient in Westlaw, LexisNexis and case management software; strong MS Office and Adobe Acrobat skills.
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and e-discovery, with ability to manage documents and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and multitasking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Oversee organization and maintenance of case files and electronic documents.
• Document Preparation: Draft and edit pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses and other court docs.
• Discovery Support: Coordinate discovery, collect, review, produce, and maintain privilege logs.
• E-Discovery: Use Relativity to manage and produce electronic evidence.
• Legal Research: Conduct research and draft summaries; cite-check memos and briefs.
• Trial Preparation: Assist with trial materials; coordinate hearings and travel as needed.
• Communication: Liaise with clients, opposing counsel and attorneys to provide case updates.
• Administrative Duties: Manage calendars, deadlines, and timekeeping; maintain organized records.

Skills

Litigation case management

E-discovery

Legal research

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Baccalaureate degree

ABA-accredited paralegal certificate

Tools

Relativity (RelOne)

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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Litigation Paralegal Job Details

Snell & Wilmer L.L.P., one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the western United States, is currently seeking a full time Litigation Paralegal to join our Litigation Practice Group in our Portland office. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with at least 5 years of experience to join our legal team. You will assist attorneys in managing all stages of complex commercial litigation cases, including those involving contract disputes, real estate, construction, franchising, banking, and consumer lending, while ensuring efficient case organization and producing high-quality results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The position responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Case Management: Oversee the organization and maintenance of case files, including electronic document management, ensuring all materials are up-to-date and easily accessible
• Document Preparation: Draft and edit pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other court documents for attorney review
• Discovery Support: Coordinate and assist with discovery efforts, including document collection, review, and production, and maintain privilege logs
• E-Discovery: Utilize e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) to manage, analyze, and produce electronic evidence
• Legal Research: Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and draft summaries of findings; cite check legal memorandum and briefs
• Trial Preparation: Assist with the preparation of trial materials, such as exhibits, witness files, and trial binders; coordinate logistics for hearings and trials; attend trial when requested in state and federal courts, sometimes requiring out of town travel
• Communication: Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, providing updates and gathering necessary information for case progression
• Administrative Duties: Manage case calendars, track deadlines, track billable time and maintain organized records of all case activities

Experience And Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-accredited paralegal training program or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Experience with Relativity (RelOne) is a plus.
• Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and case management software.
• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal software platforms, along with Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Strong understanding of litigation processes, including federal and state rules of procedure.
• Must possess substantive knowledge of the litigation process and e-discovery, including document collection, review, and production
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments while delivering consistent, quality work-product to both attorneys and clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with court filing procedures, including e-filing systems.

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes the following benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• 401K/profit sharing
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate

Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.