Paralegal

Maynard Nexsen PC; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maynard Nexsen PC seeks an Administrative Paralegal to support its Litigation Practice Group. The role entails assisting attorneys with state and federal trials, drafting and filing pleadings, and coordinating large-scale discovery.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma (paralegal certification preferred) with prior paralegal experience and strong MS Office skills. This is an in-office position with occasional extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Paralegal associates degree or other certification preferred.
• Prior Paralegal experience required.
• Prior employment law experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with state and federal trials, including matters held both within and outside the State of South Carolina.
• Support the defense of complex product liability cases involving vehicle tires, consumer products, and industrial equipment.
• Docket and track deadlines in compliance with judicial and procedural requirements.
• Prepare and file pleadings with state and federal courts, including arbitration forums.
• Coordinate with national discovery counsel on large-scale discovery matters.
• Draft and serve factual discovery responses using standardized discovery templates.
• Maintain discovery trackers and logs.
• Assist with and manage document productions, summaries, and analyses.
• Assist attorneys in preparing company representatives and expert witnesses for depositions and trial testimony.
• Interview witnesses and summarize testimony and productions.
• Prepare factual case evaluations for trial strategy and settlement discussions.
• Assist in the preparation of exhibit lists, impeachment materials, and demonstrative exhibits.
• Coordination with litigation technology vendors for trial support.
• Compile and organize electronic and physical trial exhibits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Education LevelHigh School## Description**Summary:**The candidate will be responsible for administrative case management and support of the Litigation Practice Group.**Essential Job Functions:*** Assist attorneys with state and federal trials, including matters held both within and outside the State of South Carolina* Support the defense of complex product liability cases involving vehicle tires, consumer products, and industrial equipment* Docket and track deadlines in compliance with judicial and procedural requirements* Prepare and file pleadings with state and federal courts, including arbitration forums* Coordinate with national discovery counsel on large-scale discovery matters* Draft and serve factual discovery responses using standardized discovery templates* Maintain discovery trackers and logs* Assist with and manage document productions, summaries, and analyses* Assist attorneys in preparing company representatives and expert witnesses for depositions and trial testimony* Interview witnesses and summarize testimony and productions* Prepare factual case evaluations for trial strategy and settlement discussions* Assist in the preparation of exhibit lists, impeachment materials, and demonstrative exhibits.* Coordination with litigation technology vendors for trial support* Compile and organize electronic and physical trial exhibits**Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.* Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt to quickly meet changing deadlines and priorities.* Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.* Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines and follow through on assigned tasks with limited supervision.* Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem solving.* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.**Educational and Experience Requirements:*** High School Diploma required* Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred* Prior Paralegal experience required* Prior employment law experience preferred**Work Environment and Physical Demands:*** In office position* Ability to work extended hours when necessary.* Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.