Gibson Dunn

Legal

LitigationParalegal

$105–155k ~AI est. Los Angeles, California, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Litigation Paralegal at Gibson Dunn. Skills: Litigation support, Document production, Discovery response. Support attorneys in all phases of litigation. Support paralegal staff in all phases of litigation”

Industry & Context.

Legal
Eligibility Requirements

Available to travel, Work overtime

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ability to support complex litigation cases, Written and verbal communication skills, Superior analytical and reasoning abilities, Ability to work independently, Ability to work as part of a team, Ability to work overtime as necessary, Understanding of common litigation practices, Understanding of litigation procedures, Understanding of litigation regulations, Understanding of litigation workflow

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree preferred, Minimum 5 years of relevant experience at an AmLaw 100 firm preferred, Candidate must meet any applicable state requirements governing paralegal duties, Candidate must meet any required certifications or qualifications

What You'll Do.

Support attorneys in all phases of litigation

Support paralegal staff in all phases of litigation

Prepare for depositions

Prepare appellate records

Compile trial court documents

Review trial court documents

Assist with calendaring case deadlines

Assist with drafting court filings

Assist with preparation in Federal courts

Assist with preparation in State courts

Assist with preparation in appellate courts

Assist with discovery

Assist with document collection

Assist with document organization

Assist with document review

Assist with document productions

Proofread court briefs

Proofread discovery documents

Cite check court briefs

Cite check discovery documents

Bluebook court briefs

Bluebook discovery documents

Assist with deposition preparations

Assist with meeting preparations

Assist with interview preparations

Assist with trial preparations

Assist with arbitration preparations

Assist with travel for trial preparations

Assist with travel for arbitration preparations

Assist with oral argument preparations

Create briefing binders

Prepare timekeeping reports

Submit timekeeping reports

Coordinate with external vendors

Perform day-to-day case management tasks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with dynamic legal team; Work with members across multiple offices

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Full Job Description

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision. Based in our Los Angeles office, the Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for supporting attorneys and other paralegal staff in all phases of litigation, including case management, court filings, document review and production, docket management, document organization, drafting and responding to discovery, deposition and trial preparation, and cite-checking. Working under attorney supervision, you will have the opportunity to work on high stakes cases with a dynamic legal team. This role reports to the Associate Director of Paralegal Services and the Manager, Paralegal Services. Responsibilities include: Assisting attorneys in all phases of litigation from case initiation through trial and appeals. Prepare appellate records and appendices, including compiling and reviewing trial court documents and transcripts. Assisting with calendaring case deadlines. Assisting with drafting court filings and preparations in Federal and State courts, including appellate courts. Assisting with discovery, document collection, organization, review, and productions. Proofreading, cite checking and Bluebooking court briefs and discovery documents. Assisting with deposition, meeting, or interview preparations. Assisting with all aspects, including travel, of trial and arbitration preparations. Assisting litigation and appellate teams with preparations for oral arguments, including creating case and briefing binders. Preparing various charts and indices. Preparing and submitting timekeeping reports. Coordinating with external vendors. Performing various day-to-day case management tasks. Qualifications: Ability to support complex litigation cases from beginning t

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