What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Saltzman Mugan Dushoff?

Job Description

Title : Litigation Paralegal

Company : Saltzman Mugan Dushoff, PLLC

Location : 1835 Village Center Circle, Las Vegas, Nevada

Reports to : Supervising Attorneys

The Company :

Saltzman Mugan Dushoff is a Las Vegas-based business law firm representing clients throughout Nevada. The attorneys at Saltzman Mugan Dushoff represent clients in litigation and business law matters in a variety of practice areas, including commercial litigation, appellate law, bank and trust company law, administrative law, corporate and business licensing law, employment law, health care law, securities law, and creditors rights.

Summary Description :

Saltzman Mugan Dushoff is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support its litigation practice. The position will support two attorneys by performing document management, drafting legal documents, and compiling discovery. The utmost professionalism is required to work with our firm’s clients who range from local small businesses to national chains.

Job Functions :

Will assist attorneys (3) in preparing cases from onset through trial, including related research and analysis.
Familiar with federal and state court rules (civil and criminal) and procedures including document format, content, and filing, to ensure compliance.
Assist and manage the discovery process and prepare attorneys for depositions.
Participate in document productions, including navigation of electronic databases.
Performs analytical tasks and reviews and summarizes documents for attorney use.
Assist with legal research, using Lexis and other internet search engines.
Drafts pleadings, motions, notices, and other basic court filings.
Proofreads briefs and other legal documents including fact-checking and cite-checking.
Prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and coordinating witness schedules.
Ensure priority and rush assignments are handled effectively and efficiently.
Assist in special projects as assigned.
Provide administrative support as requested, including mailings, photocopying, and scanning.
Ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

2-3 years as a litigation paralegal.

Must be familiar with the Nevada Civil and Criminal Rules of Procedure.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and in Adobe Professional software programs.

Ability to track and use time-billing programs.

Familiar with document management programs.

Strong time-management and organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Self-starter works well with a team and independently.

Paralegal certificate or equivalent related work experience.

Notary Public preferred or willing to become a Notary Public at the company’s expense.

Must have a valid Driver’s License and automobile.

Must have permanent U.S. work authorization.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience.

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off

Simple IRA retirement plan with an employer match of 3%

Friendly, collaborative work environment

Saltzman Mugan Dushoff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the firm, from recruitment through employment and promotion, to provide equal opportunity at all times without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or any other recognized protected class.

Company Description

A boutique law firm with a team of 16 dedicated professionals, specializing in providing personalized legal services to corporate clients.

Company Description

A boutique law firm with a team of 16 dedicated professionals, specializing in providing personalized legal services to corporate clients.

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