Litigation Paralegal – Am Law 100 firm in Michigan

Trustpoint.One has partnered with a prestigious Am Law 100 firm in its search for a paralegal to join its Litigation team in its Detroit office.

The paralegal should have 3+ years’ experience to support to the Litigation team in its Detroit office. Experience with eDiscovery (preferably with Relativity) also required.

This position will start out onsite in the firm's Southfield office; a hybrid schedule may be considered after starting.

Essential Duties:

• Displays strong attention to detail as well as critical thinking.
• Proactively supports attorneys.
• Responds to requests with a sense of urgency and effectively prioritizes work.
• Utilize eDiscovery software to manipulate and organize data for document production request.
• Edits and proofreads documents for accuracy and compliance with applicable federal and state statutes and local rules.
• Demonstrates familiarity with litigation processes.
• Proactively monitors deadlines.
• Proactively manages and monitors cases, notifying attorney of actions needed.
• Clearly communicates in a concise, professional manner.
• Files documents with the courts electronically.
• Drafts documents and filings.
• Assists in deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Strong working knowledge in the application of Microsoft Office programs.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment, including the ability to identify and escalate issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ of related experience in a law firm or legal setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with eDiscovery software, preferably Relativity.
• Proficient command of the English language and standard grammar rules.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Competitive pay + full benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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