Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years experience to join our legal team. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys in all aspects of the litigation process. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organizational skills and a passion for the legal field to contribute to our firm's success. Our firm specializes in interesting and engaging areas of law that involve complex commercial disputes, construction defect claims, aviation incidents and accidents, commercial marijuana and hemp litigation, insurance coverage and bad faith actions. We are a growing team of highly collaborative professionals and so in-person attendance is required for this position.

Duties:

Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs Organize and maintain case files and documents Drafting and proof-reading legal documents such as contracts, motions and pleadings, and filing the same with a variety of courts Manage the litigation calendar and ensure all deadlines are met Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel Prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials by organizing exhibits and witness materials Transcribe dictations and prepare accurate summaries Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness Assist with trial preparation, including organizing trial binders and exhibits Keeping track of changes in legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes Tracking and submitting billable hours

Qualifications:

5+ years of previous experience as a Litigation Paralegal preferably in insurance defense. Experience with Construction and Aviation litigation a plus. Strong knowledge of legal administrative procedures and practices Proficiency in legal case management software Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product Familiarity with proofreading legal documents for errors or inconsistencies Strong clerical skills, including filing, copying, scanning, and data entry Experience with Clio for case management a plus. Experience with Microsoft software including Outlook, Sharepoint, and OneNote Experience with Adobe Acrobat for document and bates label creation Notary a plus, but not required. Paralegals can qualify for production bonuses of up to $5,000+ per year, as well as bonuses associated with exceeding billable targets. About Johnson Bakken Smith, P.C.: Litigation forward firm specializing in complex commercial claims, construction defect, aviation accidents, marijuana and industrial hemp, premises, products liability, contractual disputes, and insurance

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person