Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Entry Level up to 2 years experience

Compensation: Up to 75K base plus paid OT + Extra Trial Paid OT + Bonus + Full Benefits

Overview 

Under the supervision and direction of a Senior Paralegal and attorneys, assists in the review, management, maintenance, and organization of case-specific documents and information in a fast-paced trial-focused environment for industry leading companies. The projects will sometimes require paid for long hours and occasional travel.

Growth 

1. Gain solid understanding of the litigation process and the stages of a patent litigation; all case related documentation, including electronic documentation; and treatment, filing, serving and organization of said documentation 
2. Develop proficiency with electronic research tools, court filings, and all related support software 
3. Learn to effectively assist at all stages of litigation 
4. Demonstrate reliability, dependability and commitment 
5. Learn to exercise judgment, work independently as well as part of a team, and follow instructions.
6. Demonstrate self-motivation, initiative, and resourcefulness
7. Develop acute attention to detail with proofreading and cite checking 
8. Develop strong organizational, investigative, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
9. Successfully manage and coordinate with all vendors
10. Successfully manage a case as primary paralegal responsible for all aspects of day-to-day tasks as well as project management, with minimal supervision and oversight from fellow paralegals utilizing skills described above 

Qualifications and Essential Job Functions: 

1. College degree a MUST
2. Excellent organization, strong written and oral communication skills 
3. Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively, often times in high pressure, deadline-driven situations 
4. Assist with the review, maintenance, creation, and organization of all case files in support of attorneys for all phases of a litigation or other purposes as needed 
5. Flexibility and eagerness to learn the trade of a paralegal 
6. Trial and/or hearing site support and associated travel, as necessary 
7. Adhere to firm and case confidentiality requirements