Litigation Paralegal

ABOUT OUR FIRM

Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is a mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country, according to the Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2024 rankings. With attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Beaver, Pennsylvania, New York City, Cleveland, Ohio, Charleston, West Virginia, and the San Francisco Bay area, the firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900. In every engagement we undertake, we are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help our clients through whatever legal issues they may face. To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://www.tuckerlaw.com/.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Litigation Paralegal works closely with attorneys on a full spectrum of clients within the general litigation and ERISA practice groups. This position will report to our downtown Pittsburgh office. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below.

• Interact with clients and others while gathering documentation or information.
• Conduct limited legal research utilizing resources like Lexis and Pacer research.
• Apply key legal doctrines to assist with case strategies for attorney review.
• Cite checking and sherardizing when necessary.
• Organize litigation matters and tasks to establish timelines for key events in cases.
• Assist with preparation of pleadings and discovery in federal and state court matters, and arbitration proceedings.
• Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings.
• Work within Litigation software and manage commercial cases for our Attorneys.
• Draft motions, pleadings, notices, and correspondence.
• Analyze, review, and organize documents produced during discovery.
• Coordinate document production and responses to discovery requests.
• Trial, arbitration, and deposition preparation. Prepare trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
• Liaison with courts, opposing counsel, and litigation vendors, including process servers and couriers.
• Manage calendars and deadline reminders.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of each practice group’s services to strengthen perspectives and input on each subject matter.

Please note that we champion the development of all roles.This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school or equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of experience working as a Paralegal in a related area of law.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with the ability to create, edit, and format complex documents and spreadsheets.
• Strong proficiency in Docusign and Adobe.

BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Notary.
• Experience with an electronic document management system like iManage.
• Experience with a billing and timekeeping software like Aderant.
• Experience with CaseMap, TrialMap, or Trial Director.
• Experience with billable hours expectation.
• Federal court experience.
• Experience with clients in trades and unions.
• Experience supporting practices that deal with withdrawal liability, delinquent benefit contributions, fiduciary claims, asset and stock sales, employment Law, ERISA matters.

ATTRIBUTES OF SUCCESS

Analytical Detail Oriented Adaptable Resourceful

Independently Motivated Communication Skills Critical Thinker Interpersonal Skills Organization

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the job, the employee must be able to:

Limited travel to worksites beyond the corporate office, representing Tucker Arensberg, P.C. Will perform sedentary work exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move object. Must see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; kneeling, standing, walking, crouching, stooping, reaching, and other similar tasks requiring physical activity. Will operate a computer, fax, copier, and telephone. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

REGULAR SCHEDULE

This is an onsite hourly full-time position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday work hours. Extended hours may be needed on occasion to complete client objectives.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM OUR FIRM

Tucker Arensberg continually strives to develop its talent internally. The firm fosters the growth of its team and encourages ongoing learning opportunities.

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive base compensation the firm also invests in a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family
• Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account options
• Retirement plan contributions
• Paid Time Off and Firm Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance for education and skill development

Tucker Arensberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local law.