Senior Litigation Paralegal
Senior
Description
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Cooley is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal
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Position summary: Senior Litigation paralegals work on a wide variety of complex matters, working side by side with Cooley litigators during all stages of litigation, from the inception of a matter through discovery, trial, post-trial findings, and appeals. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following
Position Responsibilities
General
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Compile and organize documents to assist in discovery, motions practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
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Coordinate, organize, and manage large scale document collections.
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Monitor court docket for assigned cases and manage internal case file.
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Bluebook, cite check, and proofread various court filings and legal memoranda.
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Perform factual research and prepare written summaries of compiled information.
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Coordinate with vendors and litigation support regarding all aspects of eDiscovery.
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Prepare deposition notices and subpoenas; organize, maintain, and prepare witness interview or deposition materials, exhibits, and summaries.
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Assist with drafting pleadings and motions, including gathering
and organizing exhibits and e-filing all court documents and coordinating service of process.
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Assist in all aspects of trial preparation and attendance at trial.
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Other duties as assigned by practice group and Paralegal Management.
Skills & Experience
Required
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A bachelor's degree.
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5+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience; IP Litigation experience a plus.
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Willingness and flexibility to work overtime, occasionally on short notice.
Preferred
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Experience with litigation support software and review platforms including Relativity and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
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Familiarity with electronic filing in federal and state courts.
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Strong cite-checking, proofreading, and blue booking skills.
Competencies
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track extensive details.
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Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and all levels of personnel and handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment, while demonstrating initiative, diplomacy and tact when under pressure.
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Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, advanced knowledge of Excel preferred.
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Cooley LLP offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits program.
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EOE.
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The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $65.00 - $85.00 ($135,200.00 - $176,800.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
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