About the job
Burns White is looking for a mid- to senior-level paralegal to join its team in its Pittsburgh (Strip District) office. The paralegal will work in partnership with attorneys and other paralegals with a focus on general litigation matters. This position offers opportunities to demonstrate leadership and work with autonomy in a team-oriented environment.
Essential Functions
- Work on case teams and take initiative in the coordination of efforts
- Leverage knowledge and experience to take initiative in managing multiple matters
- Have contact with experts, clients, opposing counsel, and other contacts
- Diary case management deadlines
- Schedule and prepare materials for witness and expert depositions
- Assist in the organization of exhibits and binders in preparation for trial
- Organize and maintain electronic case files
Who we are…
We are a well-established team with a top-notch reputation, we take our work and providing client service seriously, and we are proud of what we’re able to accomplish as a team. Loyalty and professionalism are hallmarks of our team’s operations, and we offer a mutually respectful work environment. Teaching and mentoring are important to us, as are the effective working relationships we have built with other over the years. Individuals who are eager to learn and able to build partnerships at all levels will do well. With us, you will enjoy the personal feel of a smaller office, but with all the benefits of a larger firm.
Job Requirements:
- Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 2 or more years experience
- Experience managing electronic discovery processes and systems using document collection and production tools.
- Highly organized and able to prioritize workload with attention to detail and highly accurate
- Able to work independently and as part of a team with strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Quick learner who is enthusiastic about contributing to the team effort.
- Able to follow detailed instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership and initiative by actively managing files, deadlines, etc.
- Strong PC skills, especially MS Word and Excel.
Equipment, Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions
Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, duplicating machine, etc.
Sitting for extended periods, standing, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines. Range of hearing and vision sufficient to operate standard office machines and communicate with clients in person and via telephone.
Able to deal with stress in a fast-paced work environment with multiple priorities. Make decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas and technologies. Communicate and successfully interact with various personalities at all organizational levels.
Typical office setting, normally Monday through Friday business hours. Occasional overtime as required.
Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.
Submit resume and salary expectations
Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com
Fax: 412-995-3311
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No phone calls, please
EOE
EOE