Job Title
Paralegal - Trial & Global Disputes
Firm
King & Spalding LLP
Location
California-Los Angeles
Description
Summary This position provides litigation support to product liability and toxic tort lawyers. The individual must be able to work independently in an environment that is heavily computer-based, follow established client and team guidelines for case management and billing, maintain positive contact with clients and co-counsel at different law firms, and observe confidentiality of client matters. This position is under the direction of the Paralegal Services Department. Details Qualified candidates will have the following skills/proficiencies: Complete understanding of the litigation process, especially large case management; manage all facets of case from discovery through trial. Assist with electronic document productions using database management software. Assist with document reviews for responsiveness; identify privileged documents, documents for redaction, and case issues in context. Assist with medical records management. Prepare and maintain document and transcript databases in various formats. Trial experience strongly preferred, including managing documents, exhibits, notebooks, and spreadsheets in court trials and arbitration proceedings. Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and litigation applications/software such as Relativity. Strong multitasking skills, working on multiple matters at the same time with several different lawyers and other staff. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel, including attorneys and other paralegals and assistants, sharing information, goals, and opportunities accordingly. Must be a flexible, proactive, self-starter, responding quickly and positively to shifting demands and timelines; ability to work under tight deadlines on detailed tasks. Must pay attention to details and follow up and follow through. Requirements Bachelor’s degree with a 3.5 cumulative GPA preferred; paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved school required. Defense litigation experience in a mid- to large-size law firm. Strong, concise communication and written skills. Able to work overtime, including weekends, sometimes as needed, without notice. Some travel may be necessary. Able to lift boxes that weigh up to 20 lbs.; able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Litigation
Experience
1+ year
Employer Type
Law Firm