Business Litigation Paralegal

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP • Wilmington, DE, US

10 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

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Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for its Wilmington, DE office. This position requires substantial experience in state and federal court procedures, particularly, but not limited to, the Delaware Chancery Court, Superior Court, and Delaware District Court. The ideal candidate will also possess working knowledge of the rules of evidence and trial procedure, strong communication and database skills, and proficiency in Relativity and Microsoft Suite. The ability to adapt quickly to change and evolving circumstances as well as to work quickly and collaborate in teams.

Responsibilities

Draft and prepare legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery, Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities, and other pleadings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements
File and serve motions, briefs, exhibits, appendices, and other documents in state and federal courts, including but not limited to, CM / ECF and File & Serve
Conduct thorough research to support litigation efforts
Handle all aspects of electronic discovery, including the ability to manage document reviews and productions (i.e., loading and coding documents, bates numbering, logging productions, and searching for documents in Relativity database)
Support attorneys during depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial, and handling logistics, exhibits, assisting in preparing witnesses and experts, and technology needs relating to same
Coordinate creation of case management repository for new matters and carry primary responsibility for case file organization, including but not limited to prompt downloading and distribution of Court filings
Organize discovery, research, pleadings, and other relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation
Prepare notebooks for hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
Communication with clients and counsel to address inquiries and provide case updates, fostering strong client relationships
Proofread and cite check legal documents for grammar, formatting, and legal accuracy
Calendar and track case deadlines

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate preferred with three to five years' litigation paralegal experience in a mid or large sized law firm

Proficiency with File & Serve, CM / ECF, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw)

Excellent writing and interpersonal communications skills

Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines

Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize project requirements

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a client service focus

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document formatting tools

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

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