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Paralegal
Maynard Nexsen
Greenville, UAE
Full Time
Entry
Onsite
4 weeks ago
Microsoft Office SuiteLegal ResearchCase ManagementDocument DraftingDiscovery ManagementTrial Preparation
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Microsoft Office SuiteLegal ResearchCase Management
About the Role
Maynard Nexsen seeks a Paralegal to support the Litigation Practice Group with administrative case management. The role involves assisting with state and federal trials, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and preparing for depositions and trials.
Key Skills for This Role
Microsoft Office SuiteLegal ResearchCase ManagementDocument DraftingDiscovery ManagementTrial Preparation
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with state and federal trials, including matters held within and outside South Carolina
- Support defense of complex product liability cases involving vehicle tires, consumer products, and industrial equipment
- Docket and track deadlines in compliance with judicial and procedural requirements
- Prepare and file pleadings with state and federal courts, including arbitration forums
- Coordinate with national discovery counsel on large scale discovery matters
- Draft and serve factual discovery responses using standardized discovery templates
- Maintain discovery trackers and logs
- Assist with and manage document productions, summaries, and analyses
- Assist attorneys in preparing company representatives and expert witnesses for depositions and trial testimony
- Interview witnesses and summarize testimony and productions
- Prepare factual case evaluations for trial strategy and settlement discussions
- Assist in preparation of exhibit lists, impeachment materials, and demonstrative exhibits
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Prior Paralegal experience required
- Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred
- Prior employment law experience preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality
Full Job Posting
Summary
- The candidate will be responsible for administrative case management and support of the Litigation Practice Group.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist attorneys with state and federal trials, including matters held both within and outside the State of South Carolina
- Support the defense of complex product liability cases involving vehicle tires, consumer products, and industrial equipment
- Docket and track deadlines in compliance with judicial and procedural requirements
- Prepare and file pleadings with state and federal courts, including arbitration forums
- Coordinate with national discovery counsel on large scale discovery matters
- Draft and serve factual discovery responses using standardized discovery templates
- Maintain discovery trackers and logs
- Assist with and manage document productions, summaries, and analyses
- Assist attorneys in preparing company representatives and expert witnesses for depositions and trial testimony
- Interview witnesses and summarize testimony and productions
- Prepare factual case evaluations for trial strategy and settlement discussions
- Assist in the preparation of exhibit lists, impeachment materials, and demonstrative exhibits
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members
- Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines
- Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem solving
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality
Educational And Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred
- Prior Paralegal experience required
- Prior employment law experience preferred
Work Environment And Physical Demands
- In office position
- Ability to work extended hours when necessary
- Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands
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