Senior Litigation Paralegal - Washington, D.C. - Hybrid Job at Chelsea Search Group, Washington DC

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  • Chelsea Search Group
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Senior Litigation Paralegal – Washington, D.C. - Hybrid
Responsibilities:
Prepare for and attend depositions and oral arguments:
  • Coordinate deposition/ argument logistics
  • Prepare witness files and exhibits to be used at deposition
  • Attend deposition with attorney to take notes, handle exhibits during the deposition, and digest transcripts to summarize highlights of a proceeding
  • Organize and track argument preparation materials
  • Assist in the courtroom
Motion practice and court filings:
  • Draft certain motions and pleadings
  • Cite-check briefs and motions ensure consistency with sources cited and proper citation style (Bluebook or other applicable style guide)
  • Coordinate service of process and courtesy copies
  • Prepare properly formatted templates of briefs, motions, and other filings compliant with applicable jurisdictional rules 
  • Proofread briefs, motions, and other filings before filing
  • Assemble and review appellate appendices and exhibits
  • Coordinate printing and delivery of briefs, compliant with applicable jurisdictional rules
  • Communicate with clerk’s offices at state, federal, and appellate courts
  • Electronically file briefs and other materials
Prepare for and attend trials:
  • Coordinate trial logistics and liaison with Trial and Litigation Support Manager, as necessary
  • Organize and track exhibits, files and all other supporting documents
  • Assist attorneys in the courtroom by taking notes and operating courtroom presentation software.
  • Assist in the preparation of witness testimony
Skills & experience:
Required :
  • Available to work overtime, as required
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience
  • Knowledge of state and federal civil procedure, and law of assigned specialized practice area
  • Strong cite-checking, proofreading, and Bluebooking skills
Competencies :
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Supervisory skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work well with others, including clients
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
To Apply:  Please email your resume to: cfleck@chelsearecruiters.com 

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