Litigation Paralegal

$75,000 - $90,000/Yr

Ray Thomas - Boston, MA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Boston, MA
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About the position

The Litigation Paralegal position at Ray Thomas in Boston, MA, is a full-time role that offers a hybrid work environment, requiring three days a week in the office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex, document-heavy commercial litigation cases, demonstrating both independence and collaboration with attorneys. This role is pivotal in trial preparation and involves handling both electronic and paper discovery, document review, production, and the organization of exhibits. Key responsibilities include collecting and electronically organizing documents, conducting thorough document reviews to extract and summarize key case-related information, and independently reviewing documents for relevance and privilege. The paralegal will also create and maintain production and privilege logs, manage database organization by coding and tagging documents with case-relevant issues, and perform redactions as necessary. Additionally, the paralegal will assist attorneys in preparing for depositions by conducting keyword searches, organizing documents, and maintaining a chronological order of exhibits. They will summarize depositions, key documents, and medical and business records, and prepare for and attend trials by creating trial exhibits, preparing witness binders, and coordinating logistics. The role also involves conducting document searches and factual research, managing internal case databases, and compiling relevant information from various resources such as newspapers and trade associations.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and electronically organize documents; conduct thorough document reviews, extracting and summarizing key case-related information.
  • Independently review documents for relevance, privilege, and production; create and maintain production and privilege logs.
  • Manage database organization, including coding and tagging documents with case-relevant issues.
  • Perform redactions and export document productions as needed.
  • Assist attorneys in preparation for depositions, including keyword searches, organizing documents, and maintaining chronological order of exhibits.
  • Summarize depositions, key documents, medical and business records.
  • Prepare for and attend trials; create trial exhibits, prepare witness binders, create demonstratives, coordinate logistics, and serve as a liaison between trial attorneys, clients, witnesses, and in-house staff.
  • Conduct document searches and factual research; create and manage internal case databases, run searches on internal and external databases, and compile relevant information from various resources such as newspapers, case documents, and trade associations.

Requirements

  • Experience in criminal, civil, or employment law is required.
  • At least 3 years experience as a litigation paralegal.
  • Experience in privilege review.
  • Courtroom exposure is essential.
  • Knowledge of eDiscovery and other litigation technology platforms.
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
  • Analytical skills with the capacity to anticipate needs and exercise sound judgment.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the litigation process.
  • Familiarity with federal and local filing procedures (both electronic and hard copy).
  • Proficiency in managing large volumes of documents and data using databases and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to conduct research relevant to cases, individuals, regulations, and transactions through various online resources.
  • Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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