Litigation Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, currently has an excellent part-time employment opportunity for a Paralegal in the Litigation department of our Las Vegas office.
We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary: The Litigation Paralegal will provide organizational and practice specific assistance to attorneys in the Department by preparing cases from onset through post-trial, including related research and analysis.
This is a Shared Services position which supports litigators throughout the firm in a largely remote manner.
Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Position periodically requires off-site work at a war room or the courthouse when a case goes to trial.
Duties & Responsibilities: Assists attorneys in in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial Oversees organization, maintenance and appropriate utilization of documents and other case-related materials, including maintenance of client-presentable and efficient work areas and case rooms Assists and manages with the discovery process, prepares for depositions, propounds and responds to written discovery, and prepares for expert discovery Oversees and conducts document reviews and document productions, prepares documentation regarding criteria changes, and tracks and reports on review progress and results Performs analytical tasks and prepares witness interview memoranda; reviews and summarizes documents, deposition, court transcripts and creates and uses substantive coding tools Assists with basic legal research, including locating cases, statutes and regulatory materials; conducts fact research on internet and private search engines, such as Westlaw and Lexis Assists with law and motion practice, assembles motion papers and exhibits, coordinates filings of pleadings and briefs, and ensures proper service Drafts common pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings Familiar with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc.
, and ensures compliance with rules Performs and oversees both simple and complex authority and fact cite-checking; confirms case quotes, proofreads briefs, and other legal documents Assists and manages trial preparations, creates trial notebooks, identifies and organizes exhibits, coordinates witness schedules, maintains trial calendars, and communicates effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff Assists in preparation of post-trial filings including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions, etc.
and organize the case for appeal if necessary Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records on a daily basis Assists with other Department activities as needed Skills & Competencies: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation Highly motivated, self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision, as well as take a proactive approach in being team-oriented Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to a fast-paced environment Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team Qualifications & Prior Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and Paralegal Certification preferred; equivalent experience considered Minimum of 10 years of experience as a litigation paralegal within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the litigation practice area Trial experience, including exhibit preparation, witness preparation and management, knowledge of subpoena preparation, experience working with judicial assistants and trial presentation vendors, experience assisting attorneys in the courtroom Experience drafting clear and concise memoranda, detailed fact summaries, pleadings and other documents Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Proficiency with E-filing and litigation support applications such as Relativity, Opus 2 and Adobe Acrobat Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.
Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield).
Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity.
The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes.
Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics.
In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.
0 Certification Plus.
We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone.
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