Paralegal II at K&L Gates

The role

K&L Gates is seeking a Paralegal II for its Boston office. The role supports lawyers across litigation and other practice areas on dispute related and time sensitive matters, and requires at least two years of relevant legal experience.

What you'll do

Support lawyers across litigation and other practice areas on dispute-related and time-sensitive matters
Perform factual research
Perform document analysis
Perform cite checking and shepardizing
Draft transactional documents
Prepare exhibits
Assemble filings
Ensure accuracy and completeness of work product
Utilize the firm’s software and technology, specifically any practice-group driven technology
Examine, organize, summarize, and analyze information relating to particular questions to create a logical and usable work product
Investigate factual issues by using a variety of resources, including local libraries, web sites, client repositories, and other outside sources
Maintain client, matter, or practice group specific libraries in hard copy or electronic format (or both)
Present results of all projects in effectively written memos, e-mails, or in logical discussion
Create and maintain spreadsheets, utilizing formulas
Perform document quality control / proofreading
Prepare binders and filing materials (electronic + hard copy)
Provide on-site/in-office support as needed for filings or time-sensitive deliverables
Provide team-oriented support (“step in as needed,” especially on urgent matters)
Coordinate the storage of client information with the firm’s Records Department
Maintain all administrative standards set by the firm, including the preparation and submittal of daily time entries, attendance at administrative meetings, and other administrative tasks as assigned

What we're looking for

Minimum of two (2) years' relevant work experience in the legal field

Working understanding of the legal terminology specific to the practice group

Organized, deadline-driven, able to manage multiple priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to be trained on specific practice group technology

Ability to express himself/herself clearly using proper grammar and appropriate vocabulary; comments are organized and precise; is able to describe a set of facts in an organized, clear, and unambiguous fashion

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

High attention to detail and the ability to follow up on assignments in situations where there is little or no guidance, structure a system from minimal instruction, and submit a flawless work product

Positive, flexible and committed attitude

Ability and time management skills to work independently and meet deadlines in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions

Critical thinking skills sufficient to make decisions regarding daily work, a willingness to follow instructions, and responsibility to bring all problems, concerns, or discrepancies to the attention of the supervising lawyer

Remain current in practice area industry trends and in the legal profession

Use own judgment in decision making to solve problems and achieve business outcomes

Organize and prioritize own workload and help timekeepers with their organization

Take the initiative in handling projects and anticipating what needs to be done

Understand and follow specific and detailed instructions in oral and written form

Academic expertise in the practice area of interest as well as generic skills

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