What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal I position at Paul Hastings?

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for a Paralegal I.

The Paralegal I supports the management of cases and / or projects, and coordinates the related workflow.

In this capacity, the Paralegal I will :

Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,400 (unless otherwise specified);
Assist with legal business transactions, and the preparation, production and organization of legal documents and binders;
Perform daily case management tasks, including organizing and saving key case correspondence, pleadings, discovery, expert materials, and client documents; Coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services;
Assist with factual research in internal and external databases and coordinate with research services staff;
Assist with deposition, hearing and trial preparation;
Work overtime as required; travel as required, and
Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies :

Fundamental proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call / web-sharing applications;

Fundamental proficiency in MS Word and document editing / comparison applications;

Fundamental proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet / database applications;

Fundamental proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications;

Fundamental proficiency in online research and internet resources (Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw and equivalents);

Fundamental knowledge of legal terminology;

Fundamental knowledge of relevant jurisdictional / court / agency processes and procedures (preferred);

Fundamental knowledge of timekeeping and expense reporting applications (preferred); and

Fundamental knowledge of legal billing processes (preferred).

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree (preferred); and

At least 1 year or relevant experience (preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following :

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life / AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy

Lifestyle Spending Account

Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing

10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program

Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring

Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)

Retirement Plan Consulting

Anniversary Bonus Program

Professional Development Programs

Transportation and Commuter Benefits

International Travel Insurance

Auto / Home / Pet Insurance

Prepaid Legal Insurance

Employee Discounts

And More!

The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women's Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here.

Paul Hastings LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F / M / Disability / Vet / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

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