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Litigation Paralegal

Employer
Robert Half Legal
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Nov 15, 2019

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Ref ID: 04510-9502273499Classification: ParalegalCompensation: $60000.00 to $80000.00 yearlyRobert Half Legal is seeking an experienced Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join our consulting group. This is not a temporary assignment. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity. Responsibilities for this role will include: carrying out duties in a legal setting under the guidance of attorneys, including giving legal advice, researching information for court cases, and presenting cases in court. As a Paralegal you may: - E-File in state and/or federal court.- Assist attorneys in preparing for trials and court proceedings.- Attend trials with attorneys in a support capacity.- Support attorneys in a legal office.- Investigate the facts of cases and ensure that all relevant information is considered.- Gather exhibits.- Prepare written reports.- Draft subpoenas and notices. - Draft pleadings and motions filed in court.- Draft and issue written discovery.- Review and respond to discovery requests.- Secure affidavits.- Assist attorneys during trials.- Organize and track files from case documents and make them available and easily accessible to attorneys. Candidates with prior experience supporting attorneys at trial, as well as candidates with experienced using the discovery review platform Relativity, will be given special consideration. This role is an excellent opportunity for an enterprising Paralegal. Join our team, work with our elite clientele, put your skills to use, develop your resume and grow your professional network. Robert Half offers competitive compensation & benefits, paid time-off and a number of other perks which make this an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume in WORD format to Patrick Doherty at [Click Here to Email Your Resume] for immediate consideration.5+ Years of Litigation ExperienceBachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate RequiredRelativity Experience STRONGLY PREFERRED but not required.Prior Trial Experience STRONGLY PREFERRED but not required.Strong Interpersonal SkillsStrong Technical SkillsLocated in major North American and global markets, Robert Half Legal is the premier provider of legal staffing and consulting solutions on a full-time, project, and temporary basis, serving both law firms and corporate legal departments. We also provide project and eDiscovery teams and workspace for a wide range of initiatives, including litigation support, mergers and acquisitions and document review matters. Our dedicated teams' industry experience allows us to quickly match skilled legal professionals with the best available jobs. We offer challenging opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and skills-enhancement training. Call your local Robert Half Legal office at 888-490-5592 to discover more about this position. Apply for this job now or contact our branch office for additional information. All applicants applying for US job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. (C) 2019 Robert Half Legal. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.

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