Associate Paralegal

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Associate Paralegal
The candidate compiles and/or drafts legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as routine documents, discovery responses, affidavits, and other routine legal documents. Prepares initial pleadings and filings. Prepares exhibits and other demonstrative evidence. Coordinates requests between multiple parties involved in litigation. Subpoenas record and conducts preliminary legal research as necessary. Assists attorney in the trial as needed Captures time and records billable time in accordance with policies and procedures. Reviews incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly to draft and handle correspondence and email. Acts as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances and/or depositions along with documentation retrieval. Schedules/coordinates depositions, medical examinations and other court-designated hearings. Retains court reporters and interpreters, if necessary. Maintains attorney calendar as well as maintains diary and tickler dates appropriately. Reviews calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events and determine dates upon which various pleadings must be served and filed. Inputs and maintains information into case management system and ensure data integrity. Assists with projects as requested. May include all or the majority but not limited to these components. Performs other duties as assigned.

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