Reed Smith LLP is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. The FIG Paralegal provides legal and general support to the firm's attorneys and clients while maintaining positive relationships and ensuring confidentiality of client and firm matters.
Responsibilities
- Ability to maintain and organize documentation, including discovery materials, deposition notices, exhibits, and deadlines (training will be provided)
- Comfortable reviewing pleadings and tracking case progress to ensure deadlines are met
- Willingness to assist with managing discovery files, deposition schedules, and related materials
- Basic understanding of how to track case status and upcoming deadlines
- Familiarity with legal databases and litigation software; Microsoft Excel knowledge required (additional software skills are a plus)
- Ability to assist attorneys and paralegals in drafting documents, correspondence, motions, and pleadings
- Eager to learn and assist with trial preparation and provide support during trials
- Capable of working independently, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients
- Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules is a plus
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
Skills
- Bachelor's degree required
- 1-3 years' experience in a law firm is required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
- Well-organized, able to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively
- Strong organizational skills with a focus on case and project management
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently, with flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities
- Proactive and solution-oriented, demonstrating good judgment and initiative
- Must have keen problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities and solutions-oriented thinking
- Ability to work under pressure with composure and resilience in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Ability to use independent judgment and discretion and adapt to changing work situations
- Ability to maintain and organize documentation, including discovery materials, deposition notices, exhibits, and deadlines
- Comfortable reviewing pleadings and tracking case progress to ensure deadlines are met
- Willingness to assist with managing discovery files, deposition schedules, and related materials
- Basic understanding of how to track case status and upcoming deadlines
- Familiarity with legal databases and litigation software; Microsoft Excel knowledge required
- Ability to assist attorneys and paralegals in drafting documents, correspondence, motions, and pleadings
- Eager to learn and assist with trial preparation and provide support during trials
- Capable of working independently, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
- A paralegal certificate is preferred, but not necessary for applicants who are eager to learn and grow within the firm
- Experience in a legal environment is a plus
- Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules is a plus
Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Virtual Health Services
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Family Leave (for eligible Exempt and Non-Exempt staff)
- College Savings Plan
- Transportation Benefit
- Back-up Child Care Services
- College Coach Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Sick Time (for Exempt staff)
- Paid Time Off (available to all full-time, non-temporary employees)
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