Business Litigation Paralegal

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking a Business Litigation Paralegal to join its Nashville, TN office. This position requires strong knowledge of all aspects of domestic relations, rules of evidence and trial procedure, as well as, strong communication and database skills. The ideal candidate would have more than three years of experience handling domestic relations matters in a mid to large sized law firm. 

• Handle all aspects of electronic discovery, including the ability to manage document reviews and productions (i.e., loading and coding documents, bates numbering, logging productions, and searching for documents in Relativity database)
• Attend depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial, and handling logistics, exhibits, assisting in preparing witnesses and experts, and technology needs relating to same
• Interact with IT personnel and vendors regarding document and discovery issues
• File and serve motions, briefs, exhibits, appendices, and other documents in state and federal courts
• Set up, organize, and maintain files and internal case databases
• Organize discovery, research, pleadings, and other relevant documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Prepare notebooks for hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Bluebook and cite checking
• Prepare and coordinate service of subpoenas
• Basic legal and internet research, including culling relevant information from a variety of resources
• Calendar and track case deadlines

 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate preferred with three to five years related experience in a mid or large sized law firm
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communications skills
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment with a client service focus
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize project requirements