Litigation Paralegal

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Wheeling, WV, 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 drafting and reviewing discovery, preparing deposition notices and exhibits, managing case chronologies, and coordinating with experts and clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in business litigation.
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive knowledge of discovery and court dockets.
• Strong verbal and written communication; highly organized.
• Proficiency with legal research and document drafting.
• Pre-trial and trial experience required.

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 drafting motions, responses, and exhibits
• Review and organize document productions for responsiveness and redactions
• Organize and manage document productions
• Maintain internal active case lists with deadlines
• Assist in researching case law and draft client update reports
• Collaborate with Project Assistant, Clerks, and staff to fulfill production needs
• Ability to multi-task, manage large caseload, and work overtime
• Other duties as requested

Skills

Litigation experience

Discovery management

Case management

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Education

College degree

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Tools

Case management software

Document management systems

E-filing 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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