Project Manager

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO seeks a Litigation Project Manager to coordinate complex litigation projects, drive efficiency, and align with strategic goals. You will lead large projects, manage budgets, and guide case teams with cost-effective practices.

This role requires strong communication with clients, deposition preparation support, and oversight of time tracking and reporting to keep engagements on track.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating large litigation projects and managing budgets.
• Ability to guide case teams on cost-effective practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate litigation projects within the assigned group and with clients.
• Develop and monitor internal and client budgets for services.
• Provide strategic direction to the division and clients regarding litigation approaches.
• Review, analyze, and summarize technical litigation literature and documents.
• Prepare deposition outlines and assist with expert reports as needed.
• Track time, communicate case status, and maintain timely records.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Client coordination

Legal research

Deposition prep

Cross-examination support

Time tracking

Communication skills

Tools

Document management software

Job description

Coordinates litigation projects in the assigned litigation group, as well as with clients to ensure that these services are delivered in an efficient, effective and quality manner. Responsible for assisting with the strategic goals and objectives of the firm.

Manages large projects and carries project through to completion with infrequent direction. Makes management decisions necessary to complete projects.

Responsible for developing and monitoring internal and client budgets for these services. Provides guidance and consultation to case teams regarding the most cost effective manner and best practices. Ensures that project advances and systems to limit processing and review costs are considered and implemented.

Has significant administrative responsibility for planning and implementing projects or activities, which may include supervision of personnel of project.

Provide strategic direction, consultation and recommendations to the division/section and clients regarding the legal theory and direction.

Reviews, analyzes, organizes, assembles and summarizes technical litigation literature and documents.

Conducts advanced technical research necessary to support position to defend claims, and provide any additional support necessary for litigation.

Works directly with partners and experts in preparation of deposition and examination outlines as well as expert reports.

Consults with experts on various litigation issues.

May provide direct assistance in the preparation and identification of witnesses.

May provide direct assistance in the preparation of the cross examination of opposing witnesses.

Analyzes complex studies and underlying data from several technical fields.

Generates extensive work product in areas of assigned expertise.

Analyzes advanced litigation information in conformance with case needs, allegations, themes and legal theories.

Applies technical training and expertise to the issues and needs of the division, and provides sound opinions.

May prepare and present seminars and/or presentations to attorneys and clients on litigation issues relevant to their areas of expertise.

Communicates with litigation team, client, outside counsel or consultant regarding case status, litigation and discovery issues and assignments.

Updates clients and litigation teams regarding case status, litigation and discovery issues and assignments.

Keeps abreast of significant developments in areas of assigned responsibility and areas of expertise, in order to undertake assignments as appropriate.

Travels to clients' offices, vendors, trial locations and other locations with minimal notice; assists in the trials of cases.

Utilizes and has an understanding of document and case management software, databases and internet sites as needed.

Keeps track of time in specified intervals and turns in time records as instructed.

Uses excellent verbal, written and communication skills, and is courteous and professional at all times.

Keeps supervisor abreast of current issues and potential problems as they develop; seeks advice as needed.

Operates office equipment such as PC's, phones, calculators and photocopy machines.

Maintains a neat and orderly workplace.

Follows adequate safety procedures while carrying out all duties.

Benefits Statement

Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive salary and benefits package for professional staff which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement plan with a generous contribution plan, and paid time off.