Paralegal, Litigation Position Available In Washington, Arkansas

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Company:
Kutak Rock
Salary:
$67500
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Paralegal, Litigation
at Kutak Rock in Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Litigation Paralegal in its Fayetteville office. This position will work with and support multiple attorneys and staff members within the litigation department of the Fayetteville and Rogers offices. This role is ideal an experienced paralegal who enjoys working in busy civil litigation practice This position is a full-time, in-office position, Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform legal and nonlegal research
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, memoranda, and correspondence
Assist with case management, strategy, and progression
Assist attorneys with deposition preparation including preparing witness question outlines and compiling the necessary exhibits to be offered during the deposition
Assist with all aspects of the discovery phase including preparing discovery requests and discovery objections and responses, issuing all types of subpoenas, and coordinating depositions
Assist in the gathering, review, and production of documents during the discovery phase of litigation
Collect, organize, and review medical records
Prepare for and attend depositions when requested
Prepare summaries of depositions, documents and medical records
Assist in trial preparation by preparing trial and exhibit notebooks, preparing direct and cross examinations, and coordinating the necessary travel arrangements and various resource needs for trial
Assist at trial, if needed
Handle accounting responsibilities, including tracking billable hours and expenses

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of healthcare and or medical malpractice litigation procedures
Ability to organize large quantities of information
Ability to work well under the pressures of deadlines and prioritize assignments
Ability to thrive on challenges of fast-paced environment
Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently or unsupervised
Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle documents and other information with confidentiality and discretion
Excellent interpersonal skills with an aptitude to interface with attorneys, clients, staff, and firm visitors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, especially Excel and PowerPoint

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience
High school diploma (or equivalent) required, Bachelor’s degree and/or successful completion of an accredited legal assistant or paralegal program given preference
3+ years of paralegal experience required, experience in a litigation practice preferred
Experience in healthcare law, medical malpractice, or medical litigation in either a law firm or legal department

Position Information Status:
Non-Exempt Salary Range:

$60,000-$75,000, commensurate with education and experience

Work Arrangement:

On-Site Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. 1 hour of paid vacation leave accrued for every 16 hours worked. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Referral Program. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing. Additional Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. About the Firm Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity. We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people. To view full details and how to apply, or

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