Clyde & Co's Phoenix office seeks a Paralegal with 8+ years of
experience to support our litigation team. This practice handles
commercial litigation, construction, insurance, product & general
liability, environmental/toxic tort, and professional liability
defense matters. The opportunity, in this interesting and unique
practice, is suited to someone who thrives within a busy, stimulating
and fast-paced team environment.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Drafting and sending assorted pleadings and documents to counsel,
courts and clients as needed, such as routine correspondence,
deposition notices, briefs, motions, orders, petitions, and discovery;
Filing and service of all documents;
Managing scheduling order deadlines for multiple cases filed in
various jurisdictions, both state and federal and ensure calendar is
accurately maintained;
Maintain a very busy caseload;
Draft, update and maintain spreadsheets to track status of cases;
Assisting in document review, organization and production and
prepare privilege logs;
Assisting with depositions, exhibit preparation and digesting
deposition transcripts;
General case maintenance (organization of files such as
correspondence, pleadings, discovery, etc.);
Reviewing court dockets and electronic filing notifications;
Assist counsel with all phases of litigation (pre-trial, trial and post-trial).
Preparation of pleadings, discovery demands, discovery responses,
trial lists, and other litigation documents
Intake and organization of voluminous document production received
from clients, opposing parties, and non-parties
Required Qualifications
Litigation experience is required for this position;
Excellent written and communication skills;
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
Familiarity with Court websites and efiling procedures;
Well-developed organization and time management skills
Ability to handle highly sensitive information;
Ability to gracefully work under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
Flexibility and adapts well to changes in workload;
Strong academic credentials;
Willing and able to learn new software;
Intellectual curiosity.
Clyde & Co is a leading global
law firm, helping organizations successfully navigate risk and
maximize opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and
commercial activity. When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a
team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and
5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide.
Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make,
unite us in our endeavors and strengthen our delivery, for both our
clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate
difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a
responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive
workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves.
It is the policy of the Firm to
recruit, hire, promote, reassign, compensate and train highly
qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national
origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.
How to Apply:
Thank you for your interest
in Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a cover letter and resume
to apply.
This is the job description
as constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to
reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
Benefits offered include
flexible time off; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K
Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&D Disability; Flexible
Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance;
Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee Assistance
Program; Pet Insurance; Commuter Benefits.
