Paralegal - Litigation

Paralegal – Litigation

Sidley Austin LLP

The Litigation Paralegal will manage all aspects of large scale, complex litigation. The position may require overtime and some travel.

• Managing all phases of large scale complex litigation, arbitrations, and investigations, including motion practice, discovery, trial, and appellate phases.
• Managing and manipulating electronic and hard copy documents and files using firm document management and litigation support systems.
• Producing electronic and hard copy documents.
• Gathering and assembling documents for witness preparation and depositions.
• Preparing for and attending court trials and/or arbitrations and handling all duties associated with a trial such as preparing witness binders, tracking exhibits, coordinating with trial consultants/vendors, scheduling court reporters, etc.
• Cite‑checking and Blue‑booking motions and briefs.
• Preparing privilege logs.
• Filing documents electronically with the courts through ECF and Texas approved e‑filing vendor.
• Proficient in Westlaw/Lexis, PACER and Relativity.
• Training and mentoring entry‑level project assistants, as applicable.
• Performing other projects and tasks as requested by attorneys and manager.
• Performing other work‑related duties as may be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidle (current employees should contact Human Resources).

• Minimum five years of litigation paralegal experience at a medium or large law firm.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel applications and litigation support technology, including use of Relativity and Case Notebook.
• Trial management and attendance with medium to large scale trials and evidentiary hearings as lead paralegal.

• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program.

• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good judgment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Able to work independently, seeking guidance when necessary.
• A self‑starter who takes ownership and shows commitment to the job.
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others.
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Knowledge of handling intellectual property and trade secret matters, including assisting with claim construction hearings.

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Legal

Industries:
Law Practice