We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our West Conshohocken office. We offer interesting work in a successful and well established practice that is supportive, provides an opportunity to work independently, but also be part of a strong and collegial team
Who we are…
The Burns White’s Construction Litigation Department is a well-established team with work that is varied, interesting, and challenging. We focus on professional liability claims against architects, engineers, and other design professionals, alleging damages for delay, design defects, property damage, and personal injuries including catastrophic loss. Our team in West Conshohocken also defends general liability claims against property owners including slip and falls. The clients we partner with span industries including construction, oil and gas, hospitals, universities, retail companies, and non-profit corporations. Our work also includes contracts and insurance policies. There is also opportunity to work on medical professional liability claims.
About the job
- Work on case teams and take initiative in the coordination of efforts
- Order subpoenas and inventory, review and summarize medical and employment records
- 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
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 in person and via telephone with internal and external customers. 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.
Burns White provides a generous, family-focused benefits package including:
- Medical (firm pays 70-90%), dental, and vision with Single to Family coverage levels
- Fully paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Medical Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with 3% guaranteed/vested contribution plus additional profit-sharing contribution
- Free confidential counseling and support services for all family members
- Free onsite gym and free parking
- Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks based on tenure
- 10 holidays plus 19-29 PTO days based on tenure
- Pet insurance and Accident insurance
- Financial education services and Medicare insurance planning
Submit resume and salary expectations
Email: Jobs@burnswhite.com
Fax: 412-995-3311
Burns White completes criminal background screenings for all new hires prior to the start of employment.
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EOE