Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program (preferred)
Minimum of 2 years litigation experience in state and federal trial courts (required)
Exceptional organization and communication skills
Strong knowledge of MS Office and document management systems
Responsibilities
Manage general case maintenance and support for litigation teams
Conduct online research using LexisNexis/Westlaw, PACER, CM/ECF
Prepare motion papers, court filings, and correspondence
Organize and maintain documents and case files for electronic filings
Assist attorneys with materials for depositions, trials, and arbitrations
Review and manage deposition transcripts and videos for accuracy
Mentor and train entry level paralegals as needed
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity for mentorship and skill development
Dynamic work environment where collaboration is key
Potential for overtime and travel for cases
Full Job Description
Position Summary
The paralegal is a vital member of the litigation case team. They are responsible for general case maintenance and case support. The litigation paralegal works directly with attorneys, clerks, and other firm support departments and is responsible for overseeing case projects. Ideal candidates must be highly motivated and conscientious, have exceptional organization and communication skills, and a sharp eye for detail. Above-average oral and written skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills are requisite.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications
Online research (LexisNexis/Westlaw, PACER, CM/ECF)
Prepares motion papers, court filings, and correspondence; liaises between various litigation support departments
Organize, review and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for ECF filings
Conduct electronic document reviews, conduct searches of production databases for documents
Bates and confidentiality stamping in Adobe Acrobat when producing documents outside of electronic database
Delivers electronic media and corresponding cover letters, tracks delivery of production materials
Assist attorneys with preparation of materials such as assembling exhibits and relevant documents for depositions, trials and arbitrations
Reserves conference rooms and in-house services, and arranges for court reporter and videographer services for on-site depositions
Organizes and maintains electronic record of deposition transcripts, videos, and hard copy record of original and certified transcripts
Reviews transcripts and videos for errata
Knowledge of cite-checking/Bluebook
Draft TOA/TOC
Assist with additional case related projects as needed
Assist with training and mentoring entry level paralegals
Overtime and travel may be required
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (required)
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program (preferred)
Minimum of 2 years litigation experience in state and federal trial courts (required)
Technologies
Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other office tools including document review software, document management system required
Compensation
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80,000 - $90,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
