Posted: December 27, 2010

Phelps Dunbar LLP is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to work in its Tort section. (To complete an electronic application please use the following url: https://www.cytiva.com/dunbar/ext/detail.asp?jobid=dunbar74.) This position will perform various substantive and clerical duties under the supervision and direction of attorneys, such as to:

1. Input data, search and produce reports using Summation.
2. Organize and maintain files.
3. Conduct factual investigations to identify key parties and relevant documents for the preparation of discovery.
4. Assist in the preparation of answers to interrogatories and responses to requests for production of documents.
5. Summarize and organize depositions, records and testimony.
6. Produce tables and charts using Excel.
7. Assist with all aspects of trial preparation including the identification and marking of exhibits; preparation of trial notebooks and bench books, etc.
8. Conduct research using Westlaw and internet.
9. Interact with various government and court officials as well as with clients.
10. Assist in trial with exhibits, demonstrative aids and witnesses.
11.Work consistently and effectively in a team environment.

Desired Education and Experience:
1. Four year college degree preferred.
2. Associates degree acceptable.
3. Certification or degree in paralegal studies preferred.
Significant experience as a paralegal may be substituted for a combination of the above.
Minimum of 4 years complex litigation and trial preparation experience preferred.

Required Skills:
1. Computer literacy, including e-mail and proficiency in MS Office software suite.
2. Experience using automated legal research (Westlaw, Lexis).
3. Mastery of Summation or other litigation support software (e.g.: IPro, Concordance, Microsoft Access, In Data or Smart Discovery, etc.)
4. Proficiency with Excel.
5. Analytical proficiency.
6. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills to work well with attorneys, colleagues, management and clients.
8. Professional appearance.
9. Ability to support multiple individuals in a fast paced work environment.
To complete an electronic application please use the following url: https://www.cytiva.com/dunbar/ext/detail.asp?jobid=dunbar74