About the Role
Accentuate Staffing is currently recruiting a Litigation Legal Assistant for a client of ours in Raleigh, NC. This position is a direct-hire opportunity.
Responsibilities
Perform ECF filings
Conduct legal research, to include: court records, libraries, online resources, Lexis, etc.
Draft pleadings, discoveries, memoranda, and correspondence
Analyze responses to discovery requests
Oversee e-discovery process
Create, organize, and maintain client and case files
Utilize Eclipse to create, organize, code, and review documents
Summarize depositions, documents, and medical records
Prepare discovery requests, trial notebooks, and exhibits
Prepare jury instructions
Conduct trial preparation
Contact various State and Federal Court personnel
Maintain hearing schedules, docketing, and calendaring
Prepare CJA coding and narrative for preparation of fee applications
Assist on special projects for predetermined practice areas
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
5+ years of Litigation experience; preferably within a mid/large size law firm
Proficient in Litigation database software, Federal Court system, and ECF filings
Knowledge of Litigation procedures and protocols
Knowledge of civil rules and procedures
Paralegal certification/experience is a plus
Strong analytical, multi-tasking, and communication skills
Must be a self-starter with an extraordinary attention to detail