Alston & Bird · 7 hours ago
Paralegal
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAlston & Bird is a leading international law firm dedicated to excellence and professional development. They are seeking an experienced Paralegal to work in their complex Litigation & Trial practice group, responsible for managing case files, conducting legal research, and assisting attorneys during trial preparation.
LegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Organize, maintain, and manage case files, including correspondence, court filings, discovery materials, and trial notebooks
Utilize document management systems and databases (e.g., Relativity, Westlaw, LEXIS) to store, track, and retrieve case-related information
Maintain accurate daily time records and document retention systems for large-scale litigation
Conduct legal research and Cite-Checks using online databases and traditional resources to locate case law, statutes, regulations, and other relevant materials
Compile, analyze, and report on data from legal reference materials and discovery documents
Analyze incoming data and prepare detailed internal and client-facing reports
Draft shells for complaints, answers, motions, petitions, affidavits, and legal correspondence
Review, proofread, and summarize legal documents, including depositions, for accuracy, grammar, context, and key content
Assist in trial preparation, including drafting pretrial orders, jury instructions, voir dire questions, witness and exhibit lists, and motions in limine
Support attorneys during trial by scheduling and contacting witnesses and experts, obtaining written statements when necessary, tracking exhibits, and managing trial logistics
Familiar with e-discovery processes and Relativity software
Consult with attorneys to establish workflows for efficient document review and legal automation
Perform automated support tasks to prepare, organize, and manage exhibits and evidence
Prepare materials for client communications and mailings
Follow ethical requirements as outlined by the Rules of Professional Conduct
Apply knowledge of civil and criminal procedures and court requirements to support litigation needs
Qualification
Required
At least 5+ years of experience in all stages of litigation as a paralegal to include pretrial and trial experience
Experience with federal and state court litigation
Self-starters, highly organized, and team players
Flexibility and the ability to work overtime
Excellent time management and project management skills including ability to set and manage multiple priorities and make appropriate judgments
Detail oriented, excellent oral and written communication and follow-up skills
A high level of energy and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to work well under pressure
Four-year college degree
Paralegal certificate recommended
Company
Alston & Bird
Alston & Bird LLP is a law firm providing legal services in Intellectual property issues, and most prominently patent rights.
1001-5000 employees
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