Full-Time Paralegal – Business Litigation
Job Description
Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is in search of a full-time non-exempt Business Litigation Paralegal to join its Dallas office. With over 400 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by our core values of integrity, innovation and diversity, we collaborate and work in a welcoming, fast-paced, and inclusive environment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable experience and embark on a rewarding career path? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced self-starter to join our team. Under the supervision of the Manager of Practice Support Services, this position will work directly with licensed attorneys and assist case teams throughout all phases of litigation including preparation and trial. If you possess a high level of professionalism, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in litigation support software, we invite you to apply for this exciting position that offers opportunities for professional development. After an initial period of training, this position is eligible for a hybrid-remote work schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists with all aspects of deposition and other discovery preparation, trial preparation, pre-trial compliance, preparation for jury voir dire, trial, post-trial and appellate proceedings, including preparation for oral arguments, case strategy conferences and preparation and filing of motions and briefs electronically or manually.
- Reviews, analyzes, and drafts discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices and other court pleadings and documents, including summarizing transcripts and records.
- Identifies, collects, and organizes factual evidence, including deposition and witness outlines, and deposition and trial exhibits.
- Creates organizational systems, including the preparation of annotated binders, for case documents.
- Cite-checks and blue-books briefs and prepares exhibits for same.
- Maintains familiarity with court filing procedures, local rules, and individual practices of judges assigned on matters.
Experience and Education Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree (or higher) or a Paralegal Certification required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Substantial equivalent experience in Litigation will be considered in lieu of education.
- At least three years of experience in the Litigation practice area is required.
- Legal experience in a capacity other than paralegal may be considered towards qualification for a Paralegal position.
Thompson Coburn LLP is a large, full service, multi-state firm with offices in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and Washington D.C. At Thompson Coburn, our behavior and the expectations we have of ourselves are guided by the values that we hold in the highest regard: integrity, a passion for excellence, a focus on serving the client, a value of diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Within the Firm, we value each other as people and colleagues. In addition to the exceptional working environment and a competitive salary, Thompson Coburn provides the following benefit options to qualifying employees:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance & ADD policies
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Profit Sharing plans
- Parking/Transportation Stipend
- Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums, dependent care and medical reimbursement)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Time
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)
- Long Term Care
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
How to Apply
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