What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Oak Ridge Legal Search LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
We are working with a rapidly growing boutique law firm, located in a desirable Hartford suburb, seeking a Litigation Paralegal with at least three years of experience in Connecticut state and federal court matters.
The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience providing substantive assistance in the defense of civil litigation matters. Duties include file organization and maintenance, managing deadlines, pleading preparation, drafting subpoenas, gathering evidence, managing the discovery process, preparing for trial, gathering, organizing and indexing medical records, deposition transcript management, assisting at trial, e-filing in state and federal courts, and other case related duties as needed. Knowledge of state and federal court procedures is required. Experience with e-discovery databases is a plus, but not required.
The position requires demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe; strong attention to details; excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills (written and verbal); time management skills; the ability to work well under pressure; the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment; and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A paralegal certificate or comparable paralegal education is preferred.
The firm offers competitive salary, a wide range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, a collegial and collaborative environment, a great work environment, and other perks. Due to the collaborative nature of the firm, this is an in-person position.
For consideration, please provide your resume. A cover letter is appreciated but not required. All applications are confidential and NOT shared with employers without the candidate's permission.
Oak Ridge Legal Search and the clients we work with are equal opportunity employers and provide equal opportunity to qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws . If a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
