Litigation Paralegal - Summer 2024 Start

Overview

Cleary Gottlieb is recognized as one of the top litigation firms in the world. The Firms clients range from large international corporations to indigent pro bono individuals. We seek full-time paralegals to provide broad, responsive, and efficient support to our litigation practice area. This position is based in the Washington, D.C. office. Under the direction of partners, associates, and senior paralegals, and under the general supervision of the Senior Practice Manager, our paralegals assist with all aspects of client and case support on a variety of innovative, complex, and often highly visible matters. Successful candidates will have superior organizational and time management skills; effective problem-solving skills; a positive, professional demeanor; and a strong client service focus.

Position: Nonexempt

Regular Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Reports to: Senior Practice Manager

Please submit a cover letter and transcript as part of your application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of document production, document management, pleadings preparation and filings
• Assist with all aspects of discovery and trial preparation including, but not limited to, coding documents; creating and maintaining document databases; creating and maintaining document logs; proofreading and cite checking legal documents; preparation of witness binders, trial exhibits, trial notebooks; and logistical support arrangements for depositions, hearings, and trials
• Attend case team meetings and telephone conferences and prepare synopsis memoranda
• Communicate and collaborate with legal and other professional staff to provide excellent and timely service to clients and colleagues
• Perform LEXIS, Westlaw, internet and field research

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with a 3.4 GPA
• Strong research skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deliver results, and maintain quality while working under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to work effectively on own initiative and in collaboration with others
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience with broad range of computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Foreign language skills are a plus

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