Paralegal
Company: Lewis Brisbois
Location: Denver
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
The paralegal's purpose is to support a minimum of four (4)
attorneys depending on the practice area(s) and complexity of cases
in all aspects of discovery and trial preparation. Through formal
education, training and experience, paralegals are expected to have
knowledge and expertise regarding the legal system and substantive
and procedural law which qualify them to do work of a legal nature
under the supervision of an attorney. The paralegal will perform a
broad range of case-related duties from case inception to
conclusion (including through trial, as needed), all under the
supervision of an attorney. This is a full-time position working
37.5 hours per week. We offer a competitive salary and benefits
package including a 401K with employer contribution.The following
list of essential functions is not exhaustive and other duties may
be assigned in addition to those listed. The items listed are
considered daily functions associated with this position:Meet the
billable expectation of 1,600 hours per yearWork hand-in-hand with
attorneys on case planning, development and managementReview and
organize all records, documents and deposition testimony to ensure
completeness of all file materialsExtensive document
managementDraft correspondence, discovery, discovery responses,
mediation and arbitration briefs, pleadings, motions, and reports
upon request of attorneyContact opposing counsel when discovery
responses are not timely providedReview and summarize information
relevant to the case obtained through discovery requests,
depositions and recordsCoordinate and schedule depositions; prepare
notices and subpoenas as neededCoordinate with parties, witnesses
and experts regarding interviews and meetings, including taking
written statements if neededCoordinate and attend site and document
inspections, as requiredReview all documents being produced for any
privileged information and prepare privilege logs, as
necessaryAttend team calendar meetings and make sure that all
individuals involved in any case are aware of all calendar
itemsSchedule and notice IMEsConduct research through the library
both manual and electronic, as neededAssist in the preparation of
the case for trial by drafting and preparing pre-trial
documentation, including opening statements, jury questionnaires,
jury instructions, and motions in limine; contacting witnesses and
preparing subpoenas as necessary; prepare attorney trial notebooks,
as well as witness/exhibit bindersIn some cases, the paralegal will
be required to attend trial and jury selection, as well as meetings
with witnesses and expertsCoordinate and arrange for required fees
to be paid during trial, including experts, jury and reporter
feesAct as liaison between attorney and clients, carriers, experts,
witnesses and other counsel, when requested by attorneyMay provide
computer litigation supportQualified candidates will have a minimum
of five (5) years litigation experience in a legal environment and
possess a certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program. This
position requires a minimum of 5 years' experience of litigation
experience in a legal environment. An individual in this position
must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the education,
experience, skills, knowledge and abilities required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential duties.Must be able to operate required
automated equipment, including but not limited to computers,
printers, fax machines, photocopiers, calculators and telephone
system. Must be able to exert up to 15 pounds of force occasionally
and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to
lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects as needed. This
is a sedentary position that involves sitting for long periods of
time, but may involve walking, standing, bending, kneeling,
lifting, carrying, pulling or pushing. Work occasionally requires
more than forty hours/week to perform the essential duties of the
position. Overtime requires pre-approval of the direct supervising
attorney or the Office Administrator. Work may require local or
overnight travelKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Follow the ethical
requirements as set forth by the Rules of the Court and State
BarKnowledge of State/Federal court rules and procedures (including
calendaring)Proficiency in legal research, including the use of
Lexis, Westlaw, CD-Rom services, Internet services and library
materials, as well as factual researchDemonstrated ability to
interact at a professional level with clients and
attorneysEffective communications and organization skills;
detail-orientedEffective planning, problem solving and analytical
skills, ingenuity, judgment and administrative skills in managing
practice areasAbility to meet deadlines and work under pressure as
required by deadlines, etc.Ability to exhibit professionalism and
promote positive work habits, including effective and timely
communication, teamwork and respect for co-workersCommunicate
critical information by conveying that information clearly,
accurately, honestly and concisely in accordance with firm policies
and proceduresIdentify, coordinate and optimize resources needed to
execute plans; modify goals and plans, when neededUse systematic
approach to problem solving and troubleshootingStrive to exceed
goals and expectationsAbility to multi-task and prioritize, with
little supervision; must be well organizedAbility to comply with
safe work practices, including the use of safe work procedures,
maintenance of a safe work area and the use of safety
equipmentAbility to grasp and apply new ideas quickly and with
minimal instructionAbility to adapt to changing work
situationsComputer literateMS Office, CACI, legal research
softwareUSD $60,000.00/Yr.USD $80,000.00/Yr.
Keywords: Lewis Brisbois, Denver , Paralegal, Other , Denver, Colorado
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