Legal Analyst

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP.
life insurance, paid time off, short term disability, remote work
United States, California, San Diego
Jan 03, 2025
Description Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Legal Analyst for our Litigation Department in our Seattle, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego, Los Angeles or Walnut Creek office. This position will be part of our team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick we are one team where each person plays an integral role in serving the needs of our clients. The firm has a strong dedication to its employees, values, diversity and inclusion initiatives and commitment to the community. The Litigation Legal Analyst provides semi-autonomous, complex case support to attorneys in all phases of litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal. The Litigation Legal Analyst also assists attorneys with case development and strategy, client management, working closely with experts and co-counsel and may provide workflow coordination duties, works under the direction of attorneys and/or Director of Administration and Legal Support and performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises case workflow and case support Investigates facts, court rules, and case law Handles extensive document management Assists with case preparation strategy Drafts pleadings, files court documents Assists in the preparation of motions and depositions Initiate and monitor docketing with CompuLaw system and monitor trial calendars Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED: California Only: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate required Must satisfy requirements of California Business & Professions Code 6450 et seq. Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred Outside of California: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred but not required Minimum of 10 years' experience preferred Extensive knowledge of computer systems and programs including Word, Excel, DIALOG, Relativity, Concordance, Lexis/Nexis, e-mail and internet Extensive knowledge of legal terminology, processes and definitions Extensive knowledge of all phases of discovery and trial Extensive knowledge of available legal resources and references materials Knowledge of court rules and case law Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Excellent service orientation and teamwork skills Excellent organization skills Excellent attention to detail skills Excellent time management skills Excellent analytical skills Excellent problem identification and problem solving skills Excellent editing and proofreading skills Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a timely manner Ability to balance multiple complex tasks Ability to meet the demands of trial work This is a full-time, regular position with a multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. The firm also offers life insurance, short term disability plans and retirement plans in addition to holidays and paid time off. The firm offers hybrid work schedules combining in office work days as well as remote work days. The pay range for this position in Seattle only is $57.53 to $86.00 per hour. Selected applicants will be contacted. Kilpatrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.ktslaw.com. Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed or disclosed their own pay, or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding , hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1-35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities* The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)