Paralegal - Litigation & Trial Practice Group

THE FIRM At Alston & Bird, an international law firm, we take pride in our work through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has been recognized for Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For©” for 25 years in a row. This accolade, along with many others, fosters a continuous drive for innovation and professional development amongst our employees. Here at Alston & Bird, we have built a foundation of trust, consistency, and humanity that contributes to our overall success. JOB DESCRIPTION The New York office of Alston & Bird LLP is searching for an entry-level paralegal to support our Litigation & Trial Practice group. Candidates should be self-starters, highly organized and team players. Candidates will thrive in an environment that focuses on various criminal litigation, class action litigation and electronic discovery processes. The paralegal will support our lawyers with various duties and responsibilities as listed below. All activities entail a high level of attorney contact and visibility. Overtime is often needed to meet client deadlines. Position is eligible for remote flexibility. Details will be discussed during the interview process. Job Description: Perform assigned legal research tasks using all various applications and library resources. Review and analyze matters to prepare status reports to attorneys and clients. Establish, organize, and maintain pleadings, attorney trial notebooks, expert witness notebooks, document indexes and lists. Participate in interviews of parties, witnesses, and experts and provide assistance with interview memos, written statements, and/or affidavits. Review and outline depositions, indexes and summarize documents. Provide administrative assistance for deposition and trial preparation. Assist attorney team and senior paralegals with various administrative tasks as needed. Skills needed to be successful Flexibility and the ability to work overtime are essential. Excellent time management and project management skills are required including ability to set and manage multiple priorities and make appropriate judgments. Detail oriented, excellent oral and written communication and follow-up skills are crucial (spelling, grammar usage, writing skills, etc.). A high level of energy and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment is essential, as is the ability to multi-task and prioritize. Interpersonal skills necessary to establish relationships, effectively liaise, communicate, and follow instructions from the client, attorneys, staff, and vendors and provide information with courtesy and tact. Commitment to providing superior customer service. Thorough knowledge of Firm systems, practices and procedures to effectively meet employee and department needs. Ability to work well under pressure. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Completion of a bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate are recommended. In accordance with the New York City Human Rights Law, the hourly salary range in New York City for this position is $62,000 to $65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. The position is based on a 35-hour work week subject to overtime. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices. The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time. Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact garett.bechdolt@alston.com. Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices. The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time. Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact garett.bechdolt@alston.com. Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate. Alston & Bird’s HR Mission Statement Hire For Attitude Development for Tomorrow Lead For A Lifetime! Click to Watch: "Life at Alston & Bird" Michael Moore, Special Projects Catering Coordinator, shares his experience working at Alston & Bird. Welcome to the Alston & Bird Professional Staff Career portal, where you can view our current employment opportunities and apply online. At Alston & Bird, our people trust the people they work for, take pride in what they do, enjoy the people they work with, and serve the communities in which they live. Our environment has been praised as one of the most open and receptive in the United States, not only among law firms, but also among all businesses. Alston & Bird has been ranked by Fortune magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For©" for 25 years in a row. Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices. We invite you to search and apply for employment opportunities with us.

Salary : $62,000 - $65,000