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.
The Firm's Kansas City office
seeks a highly motivated, detail-oriented Paralegal to support our
growing mass tort and complex litigation practice.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Drafting and sending assorted documents to clients, counsel and
courts as needed, such as correspondence, deposition notices,
briefs, motions, orders, petitions, and discovery
Filing and service of all documents
Managing case deadlines across multiple cases filed in different jurisdictions
Maintain a very busy caseload
Assisting in document review and organization;
Preparing privilege logs
Assisting with depositions and digesting deposition transcripts
Case maintenance (organization of files such as correspondence,
pleadings, discovery, etc.)
Reviewing court dockets;
Assisting with witness interviews and communications
Coordinating expert retention and medical defenses
Calendar maintenance
Required Qualifications
1+ years litigation experience, asbestos litigation a plus
Strong Organization, oral and written communication, and
analytical skills
Prior trial support experience is advantageous
Ability to learn quickly and function in a fast-paced environment
Experienced with e-filing and e-service in multiple jurisdictions
Creative problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks
with a minimal level of supervision
Proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel
Experienced with a variety of computer applications and internet
programs: Microsoft Word, Outlook, LexisNexis, Westlaw, FileSite
We offer a rewarding work environment that supports professional
growth and opportunities. We value diversity in our work place and
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.
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.
