Job Description
Job Description
Danahy & Dunnavant is a boutique civil litigation firm in Hyde Park looking for the perfect addition to our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a paralegal handling litigation and discovery, and is comfortable assisting on all phases of a case from pre-suit through final disposition (including trial). First-party insurance and/or Plaintiffs civil litigation experience is preferred. Flexibility and excellent organizational skills are key in our fast-paced environment.
This is a Part-time Remote position.
Danahy & Dunnavant also offers a fulfilling work environment with a yearly salary increase and a bonus offered upon annual review.
The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:
· Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive and Professional
· Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
· Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes, Proactive
· Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)
Responsibilities & Skill Sets
· Manage all discovery on assigned cases, including drafting discovery requests and responses for attorney review.
· Draft legal documents for attorney review including Civil Remedy Notices, motions, notices and suit packages
· File pleadings with state wide e-portal/federal ECF system.
· Excellent legal research abilities
· Track billable work in Clio
· Organize, review, and summarize data. Investigate and analyze case issues.
· Handle other tasks and job functions as needed.
· Maintain calendar and deadline reminder systems for cases.
· Strong oral and written communication skills.
· Capable of staying focused on numerous details while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
· Excellent research abilities.
· Preparation of legal binders in advance of hearings, depositions and other case-related events
· Ability to work with limited supervision, independently or within a team.
· Advanced experience in working with Microsoft Office and related software applications.
Familiarity with Clio and Worldox a plus.
Requirements –
· 2-5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal required
Company DescriptionWe have a relaxed and friendly work place culture which provides you the time and energy to work on what's important. Keeping our clients happy!
Company Description
We have a relaxed and friendly work place culture which provides you the time and energy to work on what's important. Keeping our clients happy!