Construction Paralegal - Civil Litigation - Charlotte

The candidate must have civil litigation experience, be detail oriented, have a professional demeanor, and be able to handle large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment with exceptional prooing, written and verbal communication skills. Responsibilities may include summarizing discovery responses and transcripts, drafting discovery requests, correspondence and pleadings; reviewing and memorializing voluminous document productions; and tracking benchmark tasks in litigated files.Core Duties and Responsibilities:Summarizing legal documentsSummarizing depositions or hearingsPerforming records researchPerforming legal researchPerforming investigative background checksProoing legal forms for accuracyPreparing reportsPreparing correspondenceDrafting legal documentsAssisting lawyers with preparation for meetings, depositions, hearings, and trialsRecording time for client billingInterviewing witnesses and recording learned informationKey Skills: Excellent writing and communication skillsKeen attention to detailHighly organizedThe ability to prioritize and work under a tight scheduleExperience using case management software, preferably Aderant.Proficiency with Word, Outlook, Excel, and internet research In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principlesThe ability to critically analyze legal documents to ensure accuracy   Other Duties:Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may be adjusted to meet the needs of our clients and the firm at any time with or without notice.