Paralegal - Corporate Transaction & Business Litigation

Overview:

The Akron, OH office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking a Paralegal to join our team. This position will support all litigation attorneys handling complex corporate transactions and business litigation and perform a broad range of case related duties under the supervision of an attorney. Tasks include managing large volumes of records, documents, evidence and exhibits with accuracy and organization; preparing third-party discovery subpoenas and trial subpoenas; supporting deposition, hearing and trial preparation, maintain litigation calendars and deadlines; preparing, maintaining and monitoring closing checklists for major transactions. This position requires involvement in the transaction and knowledge of the various closing documents.

Lewis Brisbois offers a full suite of benefits including 401k with employer match, as well as sick and vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team. 

Responsibilities:

Job Specifications/Requirements:

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience in corporate, corporate transactions and business litigation, with insurance defense experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of state and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
• Experience with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) and document management systems such as iManage
• Exceptional organizational skills and comfort managing a high-volume, deadline-driven caseload
• Background in corporate transactions, including and not limited to merger and acquisitions, business litigation
• This position has an annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours

 

Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.

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