Litigation Paralegal-SLEW (Securities Litigation, Enforcement and White Collar Defense)

San Francisco, CA

The Opportunity 

Guided by department objectives and priorities, under minimal supervision provides organizational and substantive assistance to attorneys and paralegals within the practice group.  Assignments may extend into other practice areas.  Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position. 

Essential Functions

• Assist in all phases of a matter from case inception through trial or resolution.
• Assist with document collections, document reviews, and document productions.
• Coordinate management of case documents, including organization, review and production of documents.
• Consult with firm’s eDiscovery Resource Management team to manage document databases and coordinate electronic discovery proceedings.
• Assist with the preparation of court filings, including cite and fact checking legal briefs, confirming proper Bluebook citation, proofreading, and assembling of exhibits and appendices.
• Assist with depositions, including preparation of witness files, exhibits, notices and subpoenas, and deposition summaries.
• Conduct factual or legal research; examine public records; monitor legislative and administrative proceedings as assigned; locate witnesses; trace documents and other physical evidence.
• Assist with trial preparation and logistics, including preparation of witness files, management of exhibits, assisting with setting up trial space, and attend trial, as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two – Four years relevant experience in practice area or comparable work experience preferred.
• Large law firm experience preferred. 

Teamwork and Applied Skills

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and resolving issues proactively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow complex instructions with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and communicate large amounts of complex data.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business and client needs.
• Flexibility to travel may be required.