Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Location: Birmingham, AL 35203

Salary/Payrate: $60-$68K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment:  Onsite

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required:  No

Referral Fee: $500.00

JOB DESCRIPTION #LI-GP1

This position will be responsible for supporting attorneys in the various aspects of litigation related to case preparation, management and execution.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, manage and organize all case files during all phases of the litigation process, and assist in trial preparation;
• Organize and review exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices;
• Conduct research to support legal proceedings;
• Draft and review Complaints, Discovery, Motions and other legal documents;
• E-filing experience in all courts;
• Manage case deadlines, calendar hearings and meetings;
• Categorize, interpret, and summarize information and documents provided by clients, opposing counsel, and third parties;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Attention to detail and outstanding organizational ability to prioritize and complete high volume work with tight deadlines;
• Strong knowledge of motions, electronic discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.;
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and document management software;
• A positive attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification and five or more years of experience as a civil litigation paralegal is strongly preferred;
• Four years’ experience preferred in the following areas: Business & Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Construction, Insurance Defense, and Professional Liability.