Alliance Defending Freedom
Paralegal
Alliance Defending Freedom, Leesburg, Virginia, United States, 22075
Everyone says they want to change the world. We’re looking for people who actually will.
Alliance Defending Freedom is an alliance-building legal organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith. Please visit www.adflegal.org/about-us/careers to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.
Paralegal
Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a highly motivated Paralegal to join us in our Lansdowne, VA Office. As a Paralegal, you are a vital part of the US Legal Advocacy Team. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Counsel. You will perform highly advanced and specialized legal assistant work. Work involves researching, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys with case management and working independently with minimal supervision.
Your Essential Responsibilities:
In this position, you will:
Act in a confidential capacity to all Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys
Know and understand federal, state, and local rules and ensure they are followed for each case
Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
Prepare documents such as motions, memoranda of law, briefs, orders, and other legal documents
Draft memorandum regarding findings of research
Organize, index, and summarize Discovery materials; document numbering (“Bates” stamping)
Monitor the status of legislation and cases via PACER
Perform legal research in Westlaw
Check citations in briefs and other legal documents to determine the accuracy of quoted material
Check citations to determine the accuracy of citation format according to the Bluebook, local court rules, or other citation guidelines
Maintain case file information in the litigation database
Maintain documents in iManage
Assist with special projects as needed
May supervise legal duties of one or more legal administrative assistants, when applicable
Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential):
You will be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned.
Skills you need to succeed:
Demonstrated proficiency in:
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to:
Ability to professionally handle confidential information
Make sound decisions under demanding conditions
Work independently with minimal supervision
Maintain heavy litigation caseload
Education and/or experience:
Paralegal degree or national certification or equivalent work experience
Requires 5+ years of advanced experience performing paralegal duties
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN ORGANIZATION WITH A COMPETITIVE
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE, TOO?
We have it! Alliance Defending Freedom offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes major medical insurance, dental care, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care insurance, and life insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Work and life balance is important to the well-being of our team members. You will receive paid time off (PTO) that starts accruing from your hire date and 11 paid holidays per year. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid maternity, Paid paternity, Disability insurance
Alliance Defending Freedom is an alliance-building legal organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith. Please visit www.adflegal.org/about-us/careers to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.
Paralegal
Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a highly motivated Paralegal to join us in our Lansdowne, VA Office. As a Paralegal, you are a vital part of the US Legal Advocacy Team. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Counsel. You will perform highly advanced and specialized legal assistant work. Work involves researching, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys with case management and working independently with minimal supervision.
Your Essential Responsibilities:
In this position, you will:
Act in a confidential capacity to all Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys
Know and understand federal, state, and local rules and ensure they are followed for each case
Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
Prepare documents such as motions, memoranda of law, briefs, orders, and other legal documents
Draft memorandum regarding findings of research
Organize, index, and summarize Discovery materials; document numbering (“Bates” stamping)
Monitor the status of legislation and cases via PACER
Perform legal research in Westlaw
Check citations in briefs and other legal documents to determine the accuracy of quoted material
Check citations to determine the accuracy of citation format according to the Bluebook, local court rules, or other citation guidelines
Maintain case file information in the litigation database
Maintain documents in iManage
Assist with special projects as needed
May supervise legal duties of one or more legal administrative assistants, when applicable
Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential):
You will be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned.
Skills you need to succeed:
Demonstrated proficiency in:
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to:
Ability to professionally handle confidential information
Make sound decisions under demanding conditions
Work independently with minimal supervision
Maintain heavy litigation caseload
Education and/or experience:
Paralegal degree or national certification or equivalent work experience
Requires 5+ years of advanced experience performing paralegal duties
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN ORGANIZATION WITH A COMPETITIVE
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE, TOO?
We have it! Alliance Defending Freedom offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes major medical insurance, dental care, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care insurance, and life insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Work and life balance is important to the well-being of our team members. You will receive paid time off (PTO) that starts accruing from your hire date and 11 paid holidays per year. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid maternity, Paid paternity, Disability insurance