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Litigation Paralegal .
Company: ReedSmith LLP; Location: Richmond, VA 23219 .
Status: Full Time, Employee; Job Category: Legal .
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Job Description .
FIRM INTRODUCTION:
Reed Smith is one of the 15 largest law firms in the world, with more than 1,500 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Europe and the Middle East. Founded in 1877, the firm represents leading international businesses from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and emerging enterprises. Its attorneys provide litigation services in multi-jurisdictional matters and other high stake disputes, deliver regulatory counsel, and execute the full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions. Reed Smith is a preeminent advisor to industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising and media, shipping, international trade and commodities, real estate, and education. For more information, visit reedsmith.com
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures provides legal/general support to the firm's attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm's established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm's and outside counsel), support staff, clients and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. This position is not limited to these responsibilities and may be revised as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to work and learn independently and meet deadlines;
Ability to interact well with attorneys and clients;
Excellent proofreading skills;
Thorough knowledge of the Blue Book;
Ability to perform substantive and technical cite-checks;
Ability to assist in preparation for depositions, hearings, mediation, arbitration, and/or trial;
Ability to assist with discovery research and due diligence;
Ability to assist in servicing and filing of pleadings, briefs, etc. in courts, federal agencies, and attorney offices;
Ability to assist attorneys in preparing correspondence, documents, pleadings, etc;
Good case organizational and management skills;
Ability to organize and maintain all case files, including discovery, exhibits, deposition, etc.;
Experience with obtaining and reviewing medical records;
Experience with database and litigation software packages; and
Knowledge of Federal and State court rules
REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Bachelor s degree with a Paralegal Certificate or a degree in Paralegal Studies.
Experience:
At least four years experience as a paralegal including familiarity with employment and commercial litigation.
Skills:
Extensive knowledge of PCs and the Microsoft Office suite. Expereince in the use of Lexis, Westlaw and various litigation software packages, such as, Concordance and/or Summation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels. Possess a customer focus and have a track record of providing the highest level of customer service. Able to organize and prioritize issues and workload. Good decision maker and proven ability to manage time, people and resources in order to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to manage projects and handle multiple competing priorities. Ability to take initiative in handling projects and anticipating what needs to be done. Able to solve problems quickly, effectively, and diplomatically. Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities.
OTHER:
Equipment to be Used:
Must be able to operate computer and other office equipment such as telephone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, duplicating machine and so on.
Typical Physical Demands:
Requires sitting for prolonged periods of time. May require lifting up to 20 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computer, keyboard, telephone, photcopier, printer, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision.
Typical Mental Demands:
Able to deal with stress associated with fast-paced work environment. Able to effectively manage multiple priorities and tasks. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels.
Working Conditions:
Works in a typical office setting. Must be able to work overtime, work through lunch or work at home to meet deadlines when required.
Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan.
Qualified candidates only. No search firms. EOE
Contact Information .
Company: ReedSmith LLP .
Contact: Deborah Huntley .
Email: rchjobs@reedsmith.com .
Address: Riverfront Plaza West Tower
901 East Byrd Street, Suite 1700
Richmond,VA 23219 .
Phone: no phone calls .
Fax: 804.344.3410 .
Reference Code: RCH-RP-07-07 .
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Applicant Category: Professional
Requisition Code: Work at home
Two Initials of Recruiter: bw
System Date: 07/26/2007
System Time: 21:10:37
Document Name(40): Litigation Paralegal
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