21 hours ago
Key requirements
College degree preferred At least 5 years of paralegal experience in the relevant subject area Experience in specific litigation areas, such as asbestos, mass tort, and product liability Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and specific practice group technology, including Excel, data management systems and databases
The role
K&L Gates is seeking a Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal for their Pittsburgh office. This role requires 5+ years of experience and involves performing a variety of information management functions and factual investigations within the Litigation practice area.
What you'll do
- Learn and master new and emerging technologies to streamline and enhance both new and existing projects and processes within MT&PL practice area
- Leverage adeptness with AI programs and other firm applications, combined with mass tort knowledge, to innovate and optimize workflows
- Creatively problem-solve by thinking outside the box and developing novel solutions to recurring challenges
- Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement
- Adapt to change and be responsive to evolving needs or feedback, adjusting strategies as necessary
- Work well with diverse teams to gather insights and implement improvements collaboratively
- Explore tools and methods that automate repetitive tasks and improve processes in alignment with organizational goals
- Prepare, file, and serve documents electronically in state and federal courts in compliance with all relevant procedural requirements
- Monitor litigation deadlines and assist in the timely submission of filings to avoid delays and sanctions
- Track all relevant case deadlines
- Provide support for hearings, mediations, court appearances, and depositions
- Examine, organize, analyze, and summarize information relating to particular questions and organize the communication into a logical and usable work product
- Utilize the firm’s software and technology, specifically any practice-group driven technology
- Investigate factual issues using a variety of sources, including libraries, websites, client repositories, and other outside sources
- Maintain client-, matter-, or practice-group-specific resources in electronic format or hard copy
- Present results of all projects in effectively written memos, emails, or another logical format
- Assist in all aspects of case including, but not limited to, drafting and proofreading documents and pleadings in accordance with court rules and deadlines, coordinating document productions, and creating and maintaining relevant databases and spreadsheets
- Maintain all the administrative standards set by the firm, including preparing and submitting daily time entries, attending administrative meetings, legal keying all client-relevant and firm information, and performing other administrative tasks as assigned
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers for outside services, following the firm’s procurement policies and client billing requirements
- Train project assistants on project specific duties and responsibilities when necessary
- Perform legal tasks that require significant independent judgment
- Develop procedures and systems to provide effective legal services
What we're looking for
College degree preferred
At least 5 years of paralegal experience in the relevant subject area
Experience in specific litigation areas, such as asbestos, mass tort, and product liability
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and specific practice group technology, including Excel, data management systems and databases
Produces accurate results and take ownership of projects, tasks, and responsibilities delegated by the supervising lawyers or other paralegals
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members across the country
Anticipates plans and prioritizes work
Manages competing demands to meet deadlines
Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates the ability to meet obligations with confidentiality, integrity, and sensitivity
Requires high attention to detail and the ability to follow up on assignments with little or no guidance from leadership
Requires critical thinking skills sufficient to make independent decisions regarding daily work tasks
Follows detailed instructions and handles complex work
Brings problems, concerns, or discrepancies to the attention of the supervising lawyer
Has working knowledge of basic accounting principles and Excel
Maintains current knowledge of practice area industry trends and the legal profession
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