Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
Paralegal II - Litigation
Kirkland & Ellis, LLP, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job ID:
7361Updated:
Oct 16, 2023Location:
Washington, DC, United StatesCategory:
ParalegalAbout Kirkland & EllisAt Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals engage in meaningful work, continuous learning, and professional development.
As one of the world's leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, management, restructurings, high-stakes litigation, trials, government, regulatory and internal investigations. With 6,500 employees (including 3,500+ lawyers) operating from 19 offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.Essential Job FunctionsThe Litigation Paralegal II is responsible for managing all aspects of large scale complex litigation, including managing documents, assisting with depositions, managing pleadings, privilege logs, court filings, organizing document collections, manipulating data in litigation support software, cite checking, trial preparation, supervising junior paralegals, and prioritizing cases.Essential Functions:
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)I. Manages document production processesAssists with material collectionMaintains chain of custodyDesigns document review systemsPrepares privilege logsManages logistics of document productionII. Substantive Research
Analyzes documents and materialsResearches prior testimony and publicationsResearches rules of procedureIII. Coordinates preparation and filing of legal documents
Researches local rulesDrafts routine filingsChecks legal and fact citesCompiles appendices and exhibitsManages service of processIV. Interacts with outside entities
Qualifications & RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess 8-10 years of complex litigation experience, managing discovery, databases, imaging systems, trial preparation, and support. Must have high-level experience with litigation support applications, analytical skills, organizational abilities, communication skills, management skills, creativity, initiative, teamwork, and a Bachelor's degree. Flexibility for travel and overtime, as well as the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, is required.Technologies/SoftwareMS Office proficiency, Litigation Support Applications (Relativity, Textmap), E-filing toolsHow to ApplyTo complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."For applicants based in Washington D.C., visit the following link for pay range information:
http://staffjobsus.kirkland.com/pages/DCJOBID7361Equal Employment OpportunityAll employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other protected characteristics.Closing StatementRecruiters not under contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP will not be compensated for candidate referrals. Direct contact with K&E employees for candidate presentation is inappropriate.
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7361Updated:
Oct 16, 2023Location:
Washington, DC, United StatesCategory:
ParalegalAbout Kirkland & EllisAt Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals engage in meaningful work, continuous learning, and professional development.
As one of the world's leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A, investment fund formation, management, restructurings, high-stakes litigation, trials, government, regulatory and internal investigations. With 6,500 employees (including 3,500+ lawyers) operating from 19 offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.Essential Job FunctionsThe Litigation Paralegal II is responsible for managing all aspects of large scale complex litigation, including managing documents, assisting with depositions, managing pleadings, privilege logs, court filings, organizing document collections, manipulating data in litigation support software, cite checking, trial preparation, supervising junior paralegals, and prioritizing cases.Essential Functions:
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)I. Manages document production processesAssists with material collectionMaintains chain of custodyDesigns document review systemsPrepares privilege logsManages logistics of document productionII. Substantive Research
Analyzes documents and materialsResearches prior testimony and publicationsResearches rules of procedureIII. Coordinates preparation and filing of legal documents
Researches local rulesDrafts routine filingsChecks legal and fact citesCompiles appendices and exhibitsManages service of processIV. Interacts with outside entities
Qualifications & RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess 8-10 years of complex litigation experience, managing discovery, databases, imaging systems, trial preparation, and support. Must have high-level experience with litigation support applications, analytical skills, organizational abilities, communication skills, management skills, creativity, initiative, teamwork, and a Bachelor's degree. Flexibility for travel and overtime, as well as the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, is required.Technologies/SoftwareMS Office proficiency, Litigation Support Applications (Relativity, Textmap), E-filing toolsHow to ApplyTo complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."For applicants based in Washington D.C., visit the following link for pay range information:
http://staffjobsus.kirkland.com/pages/DCJOBID7361Equal Employment OpportunityAll employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other protected characteristics.Closing StatementRecruiters not under contract with Kirkland & Ellis LLP will not be compensated for candidate referrals. Direct contact with K&E employees for candidate presentation is inappropriate.
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