Paralegal

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Paralegal
The candidate will be responsible for principal support to one attorney in various aspects of litigation related to case preparation, management, and execution. Will perform potential Client screening and provide initial case assessment. Gather relevant information from a variety of sources, conduct investigations and witness interviews. Review medical records and compile summaries. Participates in all aspects of discovery and trial preparation. Assist with legal and title research. Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices. Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc. Schedules depositions and other meetings with clients, witnesses, experts, opposing counsel, court reporters and others. Identify and evaluate potential experts. Monitor discovery developments and compliance. Maintain client status table. File documents with the various courts electronically or in person. Perform clerical duties to the extent required to produce work product or assure proper organization of case files. Enter billable time into computer contemporaneously with activity being billed. Knowledge of legal principles and practices in support of a diverse practice that ranges from civil rights litigation to acting as outside general counsel to community associations required. Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc required. Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail required. Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines and shifting priorities.

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