analytical litigation paralegal

Job Description

Litigation Paralegal | The Forum Group

The Tone:
This is an in-person role at The Forum Group, a firm dedicated to assisting clients with the complexities of legal cases. The company provides essential legal services and relies heavily on its support staff for operational success. As a cornerstone of our legal support team, this role is critical for ensuring the smooth progression and successful resolution of legal matters, contributing directly to client satisfaction and case outcomes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person

• Team: A key member of the Legal Support Team, reporting directly to a designated Attorney.
• Mission: To provide crucial analytical and administrative support, facilitating the successful resolution of legal cases from initiation to completion.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Interaction: Conduct interviews with clients to build rapport and accurately gather all necessary case-related information and details.
• Legal Research: Perform in-depth legal research using various methods, including both in-person and desktop resources, throughout every phase of a case.
• Document Preparation: Accurately complete, submit, and systematically store all pertinent legal documentation, always under the direct guidance of the designated Attorney.
• Presentation Development: Design and set up compelling visual presentations to effectively convey evidence and key information during trials or other legal proceedings.
• Legislative Monitoring: Continuously stay updated on amendments to relevant case law and legislation to ensure compliance and informed support for legal matters.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Completion of a formally recognized paralegal qualification, coupled with a current license to practice as a litigation paralegal within the specific region, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of all pertinent legislation and legal precedent.
• Experience: Prior professional experience serving as a litigation paralegal or in a closely related legal support role, with a proven track record of assisting with case resolution.
• Skills: Strong computer literacy for managing legal software and databases, impeccable verbal and written communication abilities for clear interactions, outstanding interpersonal skills for client and team collaboration, and a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks.
• Bonus: While not strictly required, a Bachelor’s degree in Law is considered highly advantageous, and candidates should be prepared for the ability to work overtime on occasion when case demands require it.