Burr & Forman
Be among the first 25 applicants. Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our
Birmingham, AL
office for a full‐time, experienced
litigation paralegal
for the Financial Services Litigation Practice Group. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, case management, and familiarity with state and federal court procedures. The paralegal will draft legal documents, file subpoenas, and conduct legal research while maintaining strict timelines. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential, as is proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Perform complex legal support duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and processes, including case management from inception through discovery and verdict.
Prepare, edit, and/or draft correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
Prepare, edit and/or file subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in various state/federal courts.
Plan and schedule conferences, depositions, and/or meetings.
Maintain calendars including court deadlines, appearances, and discovery deadlines.
Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc.
Create complex database for documents.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
Prepare summaries and reports.
Review documents for privileged material and draft discovery documents.
Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions.
Perform legal searches and retrieve case law.
Prepare for mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed.
Proofread documents.
Work independently and collaborate with team.
Respond to inquiries for information.
Other responsibilities as needed.
THE ESSENTIALS
A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education and experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills, with the ability to draft documents and work independently.
Experience with electronic filing of pleadings, motions, deposition scheduling and summarization, trial preparation, and legal research (preferred).
Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other document management software.
Burr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. Our attorneys draw from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel, helping clients achieve their goals with innovative solutions. For more about our firm, visit www.burr.com.
Burr & Forman LLP offers a wide range of benefits designed to support employees and families, including comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance; group term life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services; paid time off; and free wellness and mental‑health services.
The salary range reflects a reasonable estimate of compensation. Actual pay is based on education, experience, location, skills, job responsibilities, market considerations, and other factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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Birmingham, AL
office for a full‐time, experienced
litigation paralegal
for the Financial Services Litigation Practice Group. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, case management, and familiarity with state and federal court procedures. The paralegal will draft legal documents, file subpoenas, and conduct legal research while maintaining strict timelines. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential, as is proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Perform complex legal support duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and processes, including case management from inception through discovery and verdict.
Prepare, edit, and/or draft correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
Prepare, edit and/or file subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in various state/federal courts.
Plan and schedule conferences, depositions, and/or meetings.
Maintain calendars including court deadlines, appearances, and discovery deadlines.
Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc.
Create complex database for documents.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
Prepare summaries and reports.
Review documents for privileged material and draft discovery documents.
Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions.
Perform legal searches and retrieve case law.
Prepare for mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed.
Proofread documents.
Work independently and collaborate with team.
Respond to inquiries for information.
Other responsibilities as needed.
THE ESSENTIALS
A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education and experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills, with the ability to draft documents and work independently.
Experience with electronic filing of pleadings, motions, deposition scheduling and summarization, trial preparation, and legal research (preferred).
Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other document management software.
Burr & Forman’s experienced legal team serves clients with local, national, and international legal needs. Our attorneys draw from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience to serve as trusted business advisors and legal counsel, helping clients achieve their goals with innovative solutions. For more about our firm, visit www.burr.com.
Burr & Forman LLP offers a wide range of benefits designed to support employees and families, including comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance; group term life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services; paid time off; and free wellness and mental‑health services.
The salary range reflects a reasonable estimate of compensation. Actual pay is based on education, experience, location, skills, job responsibilities, market considerations, and other factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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