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Schedule: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Paralegal to support the Litigation practice, reporting to assigned Litigation attorneys and the Senior Paralegal & Practice Support Manager.

The role will reside in the New York office with hybrid work capabilities and will be assigned to work primarily on specific cases, ad hoc projects and assignments, provide general assistance to a case team of attorneys, and/or to support attorneys whose practice involves Litigation. The Paralegal may also monitor regulations, legal developments and compliance procedures in their area of expertise. In addition, the Paralegal may be asked to provide general supervision of Project Assistants and other clerical staff. The Paralegal is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s clients, attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities of this position include :

+ Conduct statutory, regulatory or factual research with respect to client matters and client development. Such research might include investigation of federal or state laws and regulations, relevant markets, corporate participants and industry standards and practices.

+ Participate in due diligence, privilege and other reviews of client records and files; including creating production and privilege logs, performing key word searches and/or obtaining documents from Relativity databases.

+ Assist with organization of client materials and attorney work product, including use of databases (P:Drive, NetDocs, Knowledge Management systems), imaging systems and other computer-based technology.

+ Maintain pleadings files and other case records; circulate materials to case team, as needed. Maintain chronological records of case activity. Prepare Outlook calendar invites for team meetings and client matter deadlines.

+ Arrange filings, mailings and service list deliveries with appropriate courts, government agencies and other parties.

+ Under the supervision of an attorney, draft, edit, cite-check, conform and otherwise assist in the preparation of legal documents, including Table of Contents and Table of Authorities Prepare basic pleadings and shell templates of discovery notices and responses.

+ Under the supervision of Attorney, assist with preparation and execution of client development presentations

+ Pull case docket, complaint and/or indictment information.

+ Compile and prepare exhibits for court filings including cover sheets and redactions if necessary. Liaise with Managing Clerk’s Office to effectuate court filings.

+ Prepare and organize binders of case documents and exhibits for depositions, hearings, trials and other proceedings. Coordinate logistics for client meetings and depositions, including conference rooms/conference services, technology assistance, and materials preparation.

+ Obtain services from outside contractors, including court reporters, research services, exhibit preparation services, filing services and printers. Process billing and disbursement paperwork in connection with those services.

+ Act as liaison for the project team with support departments and other offices of the firm, anticipating and assuming responsibility for special staffing needs, such as overtime, clerical and/or notary assistance.

+ Establish strong rapport and working relationships with attorneys and staff. Foster and encourage a culture of superior client service, responsiveness and collegiality.

+ Demonstrate poise, professionalism and discretion when interacting with peers, attorneys, staff, and outside business contacts.

Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

+ BA/BS degree required

+ Legal Assistant/Paralegal certification desirable but not required

+ Substantive knowledge of and familiarity with specific areas of law, as required

+ Strong analytical and research skills

+ Thorough knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate potentially detailed and complex information to others

+ Aptitude and willingness to work with complex procedures

+ Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to organize self and others

+ Demonstrated strong attention to detail

+ Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner

+ Ability to work independently and with a team

+ Willingness and ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities

+ Strong service orientation, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and firm management, and outside business partners

+ Ability to work well under pressure, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for projects assigned

+ Commitment to professional growth and development

The base salary for this position in New York is $60,000. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package, which may also include a full range of health and other insurance benefits, financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility), a discretionary bonus, and various paid time off benefits. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here (https://www.akingump.com/en/careers/business-services) .

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