Recruit XL
looking for a Case Managing Paralegal, managing an
asbestos litigation docket. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic and at least three
years of experience working as a paralegal.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Drafting legal documents including, but not limited to; pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence to opposing counsel and the court.
- Conducting computerized legal research, as well as medical, scientific, and technical literature research. Analyzing materials and preparing a synopsis.
- Maintaining litigation docket and calendar, noting deadline dates for responsive pleadings/motions, court appearances, and other important deadlines.
- Assisting attorneys in preparation for meetings, hearings, depositions, and trials.
- Preparing witness and matter materials for trial preparation.
- Maintaining, organizing, and tracking case files.
- Interacting with clients, responding to client inquiries, keeping clients updated on the progress of cases.
- Maintaining confidentiality of client information in accordance with firm policies.
- Filing court documents.
- Training new paralegals and attorneys to learn asbestos products, job sites, etc.
- Developing and maintaining a database of defendants, settlements, jobsites, and co-workers to assist attorneys with new clients.
- Drafting and effecting client, co-worker, and expert affidavits.
Assisting attorneys with locating case files and documents.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or G.E.D. and two or more years of technical training
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a paralegal
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant industry certification
- Experience working with mesothelioma docket
- Familiarity with various State and Federal Courts rules and procedures
Professional Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite, and advanced typing skills are required
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
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