Litigation | Paralegal

Hinckley Allen & Snyder LLP

Location
New York-Albany
Description
Hinckley Allen is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years of practical experience in all phases of complex litigation – from case inception through resolution, which may include trial or arbitration. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented and possess excellent organizational and project management skills. Experience with litigation support tools/applications such as Relativity, CaseMap, LiveNote, and Trial Director is preferred. Degree or paralegal certificate is required. Essential Functions include, but are not limited, to the following: Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, trials and arbitrations, as needed. Conduct factual or legal research; examine public records; monitor legislative and administrative proceedings as assigned; locate witnesses; trace documents and other physical evidence. Investigate adverse persons and entities. Manage large-scale document review and production, including coding, Bates stamping, privilege review, tracking of documents, and preparation of witness and issue binders. Work with the Firm’s Litigation Support team to create and manage document databases. Set up and manage war rooms for discovery and/or trial or arbitration. Assist with preparation of motion practice materials including, but not limited to, cite and fact-checking legal briefs, confirming proper Bluebook citation, and assembling of exhibits and appendices. Coordinate assembly of exhibits and appendices for court papers, witness sets, depositions, arbitrations and trials. Maintain knowledge of all applicable procedural and court rules, proper docketing procedure, e-filing process and procedure, and e-discovery rules and process. Draft routine correspondence, memoranda, subpoenas, summons and other legal documents for attorneys as requested. Manage calendar, docket and tickler systems and assist in meeting filing/action deadlines Communicate, interact and coordinate with all members of the team, including partners, associates, Litigation Support, IT, administrative assistants and office services. Communicate, correspond and interact with clients and outside entities, such as, government entities, expert witnesses, vendors, corporations and other law firms to gather information or data. The position offers an excellent opportunity to assume significant responsibility and hands-on experience in a collaborative, sophisticated and team-oriented work environment. Candidates must be highly motivated and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team. Availability for overtime and flexibility for travel are required. The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 – $90,000. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to, experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. Applicants should apply directly by email to the Legal Talent Management team (). Please submit cover letter and resume.
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Litigation
Specialties
Commercial
Experience
3+ years
Employer Type
Law Firm