What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Lewis Brisbois?

Overview

Lewis Brisbois offers legal practice in more than 40 specialties, and a multitude of sub-specialties. Our attorneys have broad knowledge, experience, and sensitivity to our clients’ unique needs. Through interaction among our practice groups, Lewis Brisbois provides a wide range of legal services to each client with a continuity of representation across multiple disciplines. We have built longstanding relationships with corporate and institutional clients based on our ability to provide comprehensive service on a national scale.

With over 50 offices across the nation, our attorneys reflect the communities in which they live. Lewis Brisbois' culture has fostered a diverse group of professionals committed to promoting the best interests of our clients, our communities, and the legal profession. We support diversity in communities across the nation through new and ongoing relationships with minority and women-owned businesses.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401k with employer contribution, PTO and a bonus for those who meet their minimum hourly requirement. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborate team.

The Charleston office is seeking a paralegal with litigation experience. The primary duties of this position include working for a minimum of (4) attorneys, calendaring, document management including but not limited to review, creation, and organization. In addition, compiling information for discovery responses, interrogatories, pleadings, motions, depositions, and trial preparation are essential functions of this role.

Responsibilities

Job Specifications/Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate. A certificate may be required based on region, state, or client requirements.
At least 3-5 years of litigation work experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
Strong Excel skills required.
Strong organizational, written & verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours.
This position has an annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours.