Senior Trial Paralegal

We are looking for a Senior Paralegal to join our Trial department in the Salt Lake City office. As a key member of Dorsey's client service teams, you will collaborate closely with attorneys, co-counsel, and clients on an array of substantive legal matters. Are you a talented and driven individual with excellent communication skills? If you thrive in a role that supports all phases of litigation, from pleadings and discovery through trial and appeal, we would appreciate hearing from you. This position has the opportunity for a hybrid schedule after an initial in-office training period.

In this role, you will:

- Assist attorneys with litigation processes from pre-trial through post-trial procedures, including document analysis, legal theories and strategies, factual and legal research, trial preparation and attendance.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of legal procedures, electronic discovery and document management, terminology, and activities to paralegal tasks. Serve as senior resource for procedures and legal specialty, and organization policies.
- Manage large volumes of documents and data, working as a team with attorneys.
- Locate and review information applicable to a particular case, person, or subject through online research or document reviews.
- Review, organize, hyperlink and maintain document databases and spreadsheets for case tracking, discovery, and document production.
- Draft original correspondence and materials for communication under attorney's signature. On a limited basis, draft original correspondence, within the ethical boundaries of a paralegal position, to various parties and clients for own signature.
- Communicate with clients, government agencies/officials, consultants, and various other parties on a regular basis to collect and assemble information. Communicate findings to attorney; communicates as agent of attorney.
- Fact cite-check and proofread briefs and legal documents.
- Prepare, send, and track subpoenas.
- Work effectively as a team with business professionals and attorneys to collaborate and provide exceptional and efficient client service.
- Organize, monitor, and maintain multiple projects, as needed.
- May perform other duties not listed above.

What we're looking for:

- Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets and data manipulation.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to prioritize and exercise independent judgment. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a large volume of detailed tasks.
- Ability to work with all levels of personnel in a professional manner.
- Advanced understanding of Federal, State and local rules of procedure and court filing procedures, both electronic and hard copy.
- Experience with preparation related to hearings, depositions, trials, arbitrations and mediations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines both individually and in a team environment.

Preferred:

- Practical knowledge of litigation related software and databases, including Nuix and OnCue.

About Dorsey:

Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to business professionals working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey's benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; paid time off; up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth; paid holidays; paid volunteer day; discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible); adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

Reasonable Accommodations:

Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

How to Apply:

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the "Careers" section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey's online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

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Office Location:
Salt Lake City, UT