Product Liability Paralegal

POSITION: Product Liability Paralegal (Levels I, II, III)

LOCATION: Washington, DC

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Base salary up to $135K, commensurate with experience, plus bonus and well paid overtime, Medical benefits, generous vacation and sick/personal days, all paid holidays, 401K, and much in a firm noted for an exceptional culture with a history of career growth, stability and security.

ORGANIZATION: Top-Ranked Law Firm

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle all tasks associated with document production and distribution for attorneys
• Manage all phases of the litigation and trial preparation
• Electronically file legal documents in federal and state courts using PACER CM/ECF, Odyssey and other systems
• Conduct factual and legal research
• Contact Clients and opposing firms regarding examinations under oath and court calendar matters
• Acts as court liaison between judges, court administration, attorneys, and public
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing and preparing trial exhibits, trial notebooks, and binders
• Organize client correspondence, prepare mailings and handle high call volume
• Perform daily file maintenance responsibilities
• Proofread, revise and finalize legal documents
• Accurately enter client data into a company based software program
• Assist attorneys with client depositions
• Organize and maintains case files

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 2+ years Paralegal experience with Mass Torts or Product Liability
• Bachelor's degree required
• Paralegal Certification is a huge plus
• Law firm experience highly preferred but open to corporate legal department or government office
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent Proofreading Skills
• Knowledge of Standard Office Methods and Equipment
• Able to Maintain Strict Confidentiality
• Able to Manage Time and Tasks Effectively
• Solid Interpersonal and communications Skills
• Use of Electronic filing system