Litigation Paralegal – Washington, D.C.

Chelsea Search Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Search Group is seeking a Litigation Paralegal in Washington, DC to support all phases of litigation. Responsibilities include handling document management, e-discovery coordination, deposition prep, and trial support under attorney supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and iManage, and the ability to work overtime as required. Paralegal certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 3+ years paralegal experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and firm applications (iManage).
• Overtime availability and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate deposition logistics and trial support tasks.
• Organize case materials, Bates numbering, redaction, and indexing.
• Prepare chronologies, indices, and summaries from discovery.
• Assist attorneys with motions, briefs, and filing; manage service of process.
• Maintain databases and conduct factual research using public sources.
• Attend depositions, take notes, and handle exhibits.
• Track and bill hours; complete time sheets and administrative duties.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iManage

Concordance

Case Logistix

Relativity

Job description

• Coordinate deposition logistics

Litigation Paralegal – Washington, D.C.

The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for providing paralegal support during all phases of the litigation process, from the commencement of a new action to the discovery period and through trial and post-trial findings and appeals. The paralegal will be expected to handle diverse and multiple responsibilities, which include but are not limited, the following :

Position responsibilities:

Document and information management:

• Organize and maintain case material and e-rooms
• Prepare documents for Bates-numbering, redaction, duplication/scanning and indexing
• Categorize and maintain files in chronological, numerical, and subject matter order to meet litigation team objectives
• Work with Litigation Support & E-Discovery Services and vendors on e-discovery and electronic productions
• Under the guidance of an attorney, prepare chronologies, indices, and summaries of information and facts gleaned from discovery

Conduct document searches and factual research:

• Work with Litigation Support to create and maintain internal case databases for the cataloging and retrieval of documents
• Conduct database searches and organize information retrieved in a coherent and concise manner
• Utilize library resources and conduct fact research from publicly available sources

Prepare for and attend depositions:

• Coordinate deposition logistics
• Assist attorneys in preparing witness files and exhibits to be used at deposition
• Attend deposition with attorney to take notes, handle exhibits during the deposition, and digest transcripts to summarize highlights of a proceeding

Motion practice and court filings:

• Assist in the drafting of motions and briefs
• Create briefing books
• Bluebook/Cite check, proofread, and assemble exhibits related to filing
• Electronically file brief or coordinate filing with Firm’s Managing Clerk or other designated personnel trained to e-file
• Coordinate service of process and courtesy copies

Prepare for and attend trials:

• Coordinate trial logistics and liaison with Trial Support Manager, as necessary
• Organize and track exhibits, files and all other supporting documents
• Assist attorneys in the courtroom by taking notes and operating courtroom presentation software
• Assist in the preparation of witness testimony

Other:

• Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually
• Turn in time sheets, e-timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion
• All other duties as assigned or required

Skills and experience:

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience
• After orientation at Law Firm, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
• Available to work overtime, as required

Preferred

• Knowledge of automated litigation support software including Concordance, Case Logistix, and Relativity
• Previous law firm experience
• Paralegal Certificate

Competencies:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well with others, including clients
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills