Overview
Assistant State Public Defender – Madison Appellate Office Jobs in Madison, WI at State of Wisconsin
Job Description
A Litigation Paralegal is a legal professional who works under the supervision of an attorney, primarily responsible for assisting with the preparation of legal documents, conducting legal research, managing case files, and coordinating with clients and opposing counsel throughout the litigation process, including tasks like drafting court pleadings, preparing for hearings and trials, and tracking court deadlines; all while ensuring compliance with legal procedures and ethical standards.
Litigation Paralegal
Pay Rate: $60 000-90 000
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Our client is currently seeking a Full-time Commercial Litigation Paralegal
with at least 5 years of litigation experience. The right candidate will
be familiar with and have experience in the discovery process,
cite-checking/Sherardizing and E-Filing in federal & state courts.
Responsibilities Include:
Drafts cover letters and other correspondence.
Organizes, manages and updates client files/pleadings (electronic
and paper copies).
Indexes and summarizes documents and depositions.
Performs basic legal and factual research (including electronic and
paper copies).
Discovery and substantive motion support, such as drafting and
preparing, as commensurate with skill set
Qualifications
Requirements:
At least 5+ years relevant experience.
Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to work with large document intensive cases.
Proficient in Lexis, Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and ADOBE
Acrobat Professional.
Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
Why is This a Great Opportunity
Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the
tri-state and Florida. They offer competitive salaries and a
comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance,
group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance,
long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible
spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and
paid holidays.
Hybrid Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm with the flexibility to work overtime when
needed
Minimum 3 days a week in office
2 days a week remotely
OOJ – 32628
Title: Assistant State Public Defender – Madison Appellate Office
Company: State of Wisconsin
Location: Madison, WI
