Commercial Litigation Paralegal

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Commercial Litigation Paralegal

The candidate will obtain, review organize and analyze preliminary documentation and information. Meet with and communicate with client about case status and preparation. Perform legal research. Investigate corporate and individual backgrounds to determine proper parties to sue. Identify, gather, organize, summarize and analyze factual data. Acts as intermediary between attorney and client. Drafts correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and discovery documents, including bill of particulars, discovery responses, discovery demands, subpoenas and other necessary documentation. Identify and organize document production. Obtain, review and organize information on damages; calculate damages (property damage, ). Review, organize and analyze documents. Research and communicate with potential expert witnesses and witnesses. Assist attorney with trial preparation including coordination of witnesses, preparation of trial exhibits, preparation of subpoenas. Attend court room proceedings with attorney to provide exhibit and witness management during trial. Critical thinking skills. Research and analytical skills. Strong communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent writing skills. Ability to plan and organize work, establish priorities and delegate as necessary. Ability to multi-task, handle pressure and understand importance of deadlines. Ability to monitor cases and communicate effectively with attorneys regarding any issues that may arise. Ability to work independently and make necessary and appropriate decisions within the ethical legal parameters and understands disciplinary rules and ethical boundaries relative to the unauthorized practice of law. Ability to identify problems and recommend and/or take appropriate solutions as allowed/required. Ability to prepare/draft appropriate legal documents and correspondence. Experience with Employment Law, Foreclosure, Bankruptcy and Construction Litigation preferred. High School degree required; AAS degree preferred. Paralegal certification preferred. Notary Public license preferred.

Company info

Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP
99 Corporate Drive
Binghamton
New York
United States 13904
Website : http://www.cglawoffices.com/