Sidley Austin LLP
Paralegal - Litigation
Recruiting Location: Washington, D.C.
The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of large scale, complex litigation, including research, drafting and preparing filings, trial preparation and support, and other case related tasks, primarily within the Product Liability and Mass Torts practice area team. The role requires regular overtime and will involve extended travel.
Duties and Responsibilities Trial Preparation and Support
Provide trial preparation and on-site courtroom support
Maintain trial notebooks, exhibit binders and witness materials
Coordinate with trial support vendors including hot seat and graphic services
Oversee equipment logistics for courtroom and war room setup and troubleshooting
Coordinate travel, lodging and related logistics with external service providers
Manage witness schedules, exhibit handling and other trial logistics
Support attorneys during trial with document retrieval, exhibits and real time assistance
Prepare demonstratives, exhibit lists, witness lists and related filings
Assist with PowerPoint presentations including graphics, slides and media edits
Maintain familiarity with Trial Director and other trial presentation tools
Core Litigation and Case Management
Apply a comprehensive understanding of litigation workflows including motion practice, discovery management, trial preparation and appellate procedures
Manage administrative tasks across all phases of a litigation matter
Interpret and apply court rules, standing orders and filing requirements
Bluebook, cite check and proofread briefs and other legal documents
Prioritize and manage multiple assignments within tight deadlines
Discovery and Depositions
Coordinate and manage large scale document collection and production
Prepare deposition notices and subpoenas; organize, maintain and prepare deposition materials, exhibits and summaries; track deposition activity
Support preparation for fact and expert witness depositions
Document, Research and Filing Management
Manage electronic and hard copy documents using Firm and client specific technology
Assist with transcript management using platforms such as Case Notebook and Opus2
Use eDiscovery and case management tools including Relativity, Case Notebook, Trial Director and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw and online resources
Draft, prepare and process documents for service and electronic filing in federal jurisdictions using Pacer and ECF
Collaboration, Technology and Professional Skills
Maintain expertise in technology relevant to the position and apply current tools to enhance teamwork, client service and efficiency
Delegate tasks to and oversee the work of Project Assistants and temporary staff
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients, attorneys and staff
Communicate clearly and effectively in written and verbal formats
Perform other duties as requested or assigned by an Attorney or team member
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
Target Salary Range $92,500-$143,400 if located in Washington, DC
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience Required:
BA/BS with strong academic credentials
Minimum three years of paralegal experience
Previous experience in a law firm
Proficient at Microsoft Office applications and eDiscovery software
Preferred:
Writing sample submitted with resume
MDL or life sciences background
Mass torts experience
Experience handling medical records
Large case management background
Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program
Other Skills and Abilities
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Language Skills: Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with lawyers, staff, managers, clients, and the public. Ability to understand oral instructions and to ask for clarification when necessary. Ability to accurately classify, index, file and retrieve legal documents.
Technical Skills: Ability to create, edit, print and save documents in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to manage document collections in standard litigation support software.
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of large scale, complex litigation, including research, drafting and preparing filings, trial preparation and support, and other case related tasks, primarily within the Product Liability and Mass Torts practice area team. The role requires regular overtime and will involve extended travel.
Duties and Responsibilities Trial Preparation and Support
Provide trial preparation and on-site courtroom support
Maintain trial notebooks, exhibit binders and witness materials
Coordinate with trial support vendors including hot seat and graphic services
Oversee equipment logistics for courtroom and war room setup and troubleshooting
Coordinate travel, lodging and related logistics with external service providers
Manage witness schedules, exhibit handling and other trial logistics
Support attorneys during trial with document retrieval, exhibits and real time assistance
Prepare demonstratives, exhibit lists, witness lists and related filings
Assist with PowerPoint presentations including graphics, slides and media edits
Maintain familiarity with Trial Director and other trial presentation tools
Core Litigation and Case Management
Apply a comprehensive understanding of litigation workflows including motion practice, discovery management, trial preparation and appellate procedures
Manage administrative tasks across all phases of a litigation matter
Interpret and apply court rules, standing orders and filing requirements
Bluebook, cite check and proofread briefs and other legal documents
Prioritize and manage multiple assignments within tight deadlines
Discovery and Depositions
Coordinate and manage large scale document collection and production
Prepare deposition notices and subpoenas; organize, maintain and prepare deposition materials, exhibits and summaries; track deposition activity
Support preparation for fact and expert witness depositions
Document, Research and Filing Management
Manage electronic and hard copy documents using Firm and client specific technology
Assist with transcript management using platforms such as Case Notebook and Opus2
Use eDiscovery and case management tools including Relativity, Case Notebook, Trial Director and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw and online resources
Draft, prepare and process documents for service and electronic filing in federal jurisdictions using Pacer and ECF
Collaboration, Technology and Professional Skills
Maintain expertise in technology relevant to the position and apply current tools to enhance teamwork, client service and efficiency
Delegate tasks to and oversee the work of Project Assistants and temporary staff
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients, attorneys and staff
Communicate clearly and effectively in written and verbal formats
Perform other duties as requested or assigned by an Attorney or team member
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
Target Salary Range $92,500-$143,400 if located in Washington, DC
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience Required:
BA/BS with strong academic credentials
Minimum three years of paralegal experience
Previous experience in a law firm
Proficient at Microsoft Office applications and eDiscovery software
Preferred:
Writing sample submitted with resume
MDL or life sciences background
Mass torts experience
Experience handling medical records
Large case management background
Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program
Other Skills and Abilities
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Language Skills: Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with lawyers, staff, managers, clients, and the public. Ability to understand oral instructions and to ask for clarification when necessary. Ability to accurately classify, index, file and retrieve legal documents.
Technical Skills: Ability to create, edit, print and save documents in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to manage document collections in standard litigation support software.
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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