Overview
Litigation Project Assistant Jobs in San Francisco Bay Area at Considine Search
Title: Litigation Project Assistant
Company: Considine Search
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Litigation Project Assistants are typically recent college graduates looking to gain exposure to the legal field before attending law school or embark on a paralegal career. Litigation Project Assistants work with lawyers and senior paralegals on all phases of complex technology related litigation, from the initial complaint to document discovery, depositions, expert discovery, trial preparation and post-trial/appeal.
Responsibilities
• Provide administrative and legal support to firm’s clients and case teams.
• Compile and organize documents to assist in discovery, motions practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Prepare for and attend depositions and trials.
• Assist with factual and legal research.
• Assist with managing internal case files and docket.
• Create charts, graphs, tables, etc. for data analysis and synthesis.
• Utilize e-discovery platforms and other software programs as needed to complete projects.
• Other duties as assigned by case teams and/or Director of Practice Management.
Desired Qualifications, Skills & Experience
• B.A. or B.S. degree.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in technology.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, advanced knowledge of Excel preferred and working knowledge of Adobe.
• Willingness and flexibility to work overtime, occasionally on short notice, with the ability to travel for trial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track extensive details.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and all levels of personnel while handling confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating initiative, diplomacy, and tact when under pressure.
