Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal reporting to the Paralegal Manager who will be responsible for supporting a national team of attorneys, paralegals and staff. We seek a detail-oriented and organized mass tort paralegal to join our growing defense litigation team. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing competing deadlines and priorities, supporting attorneys, paralegals and staff with all aspects of mass tort case management, including intake, database maintenance, calendaring, drafting pleadings and other documents, discovery, document review and trial preparation. This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with competing deadlines and priorities.

Based in our San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia, Seattle, New York or Washington, DC office, this position offers a flexible, hybrid in-office/remote working arrangement which allows for you to work collaboratively - 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with all aspects of case management in complex mass tort matters, including intake, the discovery process, tracking and communicating case-related dates/deadlines and information, and trial preparation.

• Database maintenance.

• Coordinate and track document productions, medical record retrievals, and case deadlines.

• Review and organize deposition transcripts and discovery materials.

• Maintain databases and case files utilizing in-house and third party litigation support platforms.

• Support attorneys with deposition and court event preparation, including historical research, exhibits and trial binders.

Experience/Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited college or university.

• Prior paralegal experience in a litigation environment, including experience with claim intake and case management, is highly desired.

• Experience with mass tort, product liability or complex litigation a plus.

• Detail-oriented, motivated, creative and capable of managing multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines in a demanding, but rewarding, environment.

• A strong team player, as well as the ability to work on independent projects.

• The ability to adapt to change; work independently with minimal supervision; and work under strict deadlines.

• Self-motivated, exercising sound judgment, demonstrating good time-management and teamwork skills.

• A commitment to providing excellent client service, and effectively interacting with clients as well as staff at all levels.

• The flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines and the needs of clients and the practice group.

• Familiarity with court rules, e-filing procedures in both state and federal courts.

• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, required.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Paralegal certificate obtained through a paralegal studies program approved by the ABA, or from an accredited college or university, is not mandatory but welcomed.

• Positions in California require one of the following per California legislation (AB 1761):

  • A certificate of completion from a paralegal program approved by the ABA.

  • One full year of law related work experience under the supervision of a licensed attorney who has been a member of the State Bar of California for at least the three preceding years and who has signed a written declaration that the candidate is qualified to perform paralegal task.

  • A certificate of completion from a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses.

For positions in Los Angeles, CA, the salary for this job posting is: $64,700.00 - $103,475.00

For positions in San Francisco, CA, the salary for this job posting is: $67,400.00 - $107,825.00

For positions in Seattle, WA the salary range for this position is: $64,700.00 - $103,475.00

For positions in Chicago, IL, the salary range for this job posting is: $59,300.00 - $94,850.00.

For positions in Washington, D.C., the salary range for this job posting is: $62,000.00 - $99,200.00.

For positions in New York, NY, the salary range for this job posting is: $67,400.00 - $107,825.00

The base salary wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position will also include eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in: a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, business travel accident insurance plans, and health savings and flexible spending accounts for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may utilize the Employee Assistance Program, Work/Life Services, HealthAdvocate, Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care, and WageWorks Commuter Benefits for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents. Employees will also receive: 9 paid holidays per calendar year, 2 personal days per year, and up to 20 days of vacation per year. In accordance with state applicable law, eligible employees will earn 1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked. Eligible employees may also take up to five days off for bereavement leave, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year and up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.