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Litigation Paralegal

Company:
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Location:
Boston, MA, 02298
Posted:
May 13, 2024
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Description:

Looking to join a national defense firm that is progressive and innovative? Casual day every day, flexible work from home policy, diverse and inclusive, and attorneys that are collaborative and supportive across every office? If this sounds interesting, we are that firm and we are looking for paralegals to support our civil litigation defense practice group in our Providence, RI and Boston, MA offices. Ideal candidates will have at least 2-3 years of litigation experience and must have trial experience. Qualified candidates will assist our attorneys in all aspects of case management including, pre-trial preparation, summarizing of medical records, depositions, employment records, etc., and provide assistance with discovery work up. You must be extremely organized and self-motivated. Join the firm that is a bold differentiator in the industry.

Requirements:

Must possess a paralegal certificate

Professional and pleasant demeanor

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, taxes, educational, union records, etc.

Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review

Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere

Ability to multi-task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands

High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e-Copy, PDF conversion

Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre-trial documents

Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation

Assemble chronologies of key documents

Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co-defendants

Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.

Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review

Requires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M-F 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Reliable with excellent attendance

Benefits include:

A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses

Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account

401(k) retirement plan

PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays

A flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using recruiters to fill this position at this time.

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