Nelson Mullins is seeking a litigation paralegal to assist attorneys in our Richmond office.
A Day in the LifeThe ideal candidate will take ownership of case calendars and ensure all court deadlines are tracked and met. Responsibilities include electronically filing documents in both federal and state courts under attorney supervision, conducting online research, and drafting pleadings, notices, and motions. Additionally, you will request and summarize medical records and prepare medical chronologies for attorney review.
We Know YouThe ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation experience in a law firm, including case preparation from beginning to end and an understanding of a paralegal’s role in the litigation life cycle (especially written discovery and expert discovery) and knowledge of Virginia state and federal court procedures. You possess strong organizational skills along with well-developed critical thinking skills. You are detail oriented, producing neat and accurate work product, all while maintaining the ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities. You proactively resolve issues and know how to be a true team player.
- 2 or 4-year degree and a paralegal certificate; however, work experience may be substituted for education.
- Ability to conduct research as needed using various research tools.
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business needs.
With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.
Skills Required
- At least 5 years of litigation experience in a law firm
- Experience with case preparation from beginning to end
- Understanding of the paralegal role throughout the litigation life cycle
- Experience with written discovery and expert discovery
- Knowledge of Virginia state and federal court procedures
- 2- or 4-year degree and paralegal certificate, or equivalent work experience substituted for education
- Ability to conduct research using various research tools
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Detail orientation and ability to produce accurate work
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to work overtime as needed
What We Do
Established in 1897, Nelson Mullins is an Am Law 100 firm of more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors and professionals with 33 offices in 17 states and Washington, D.C. For more information on the firm, go to www.nelsonmullins.com. Past successes ≠ future representation. Atlanta partner Dan Sanders is the GC contact.
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