Professional Staff

Responsibilities:

• Support substantive legal division processes by performing key job functions such as drafting and/or reviewing legal documentation and correspondence with minimal attorney supervision. 
• Prepare for and coordinate litigation proceedings, monitor litigation caseload, and assist with pre-trial discovery including expert, party and fact witness depositions and trial preparation including exhibit organization, witness preparation and logistical coordination of all aspects of trial.
• Manage litigation holds, document reviews, and document production.
• Assist with development and implementation of efficient workflows relating to document review and other aspects of case management.
• Coordinate document discovery including requesting records, processing, scanning, coding, review, follow-up and production. 
• Organize and maintain legal documentation.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Willingness to learn about complex processes and related documentation, and to analyze and review documents.
• Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.  
• Demonstrates a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, professionalism and judgment.  
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of court system and e-filing procedures required. 
• Minimum of five years of work experience as a litigation paralegal.  
• Experience with eDiscovery platforms, coding, document review, searches and document productions using platforms preferred.
• Some overtime may be required.  
• Some travel may be involved with significant notice provided.
• A bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired and/or certification as a paralegal.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support substantive legal division processes by performing key job functions such as drafting and/or reviewing legal documentation and correspondence with minimal attorney supervision. 
• Prepare for and coordinate litigation proceedings, monitor litigation caseload, and assist with pre-trial discovery including expert, party and fact witness depositions and trial preparation including exhibit organization, witness preparation and logistical coordination of all aspects of trial.
• Manage litigation holds, document reviews, and document production.
• Assist with development and implementation of efficient workflows relating to document review and other aspects of case management.
• Coordinate document discovery including requesting records, processing, scanning, coding, review, follow-up and production. 
• Organize and maintain legal documentation.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
    

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Willingness to learn about complex processes and related documentation, and to analyze and review documents.
• Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.  
• Demonstrates a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, professionalism and judgment.  
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of court system and e-filing procedures required. 
• Minimum of five to ten years work experience as a litigation paralegal.  
• Experience collecting, reviewing, and summarizing medical records preferred.
• Experience with eDiscovery platforms, coding, document review, searches and document productions using platforms. 
• Some overtime may be required.  
• Some travel may be involved with significant notice provided.
• A bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired and/or certification as a paralegal.
         

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence including letters, memos, dictation, briefs, pleadings and reports.
• Organize and maintain files.
• Maintain and track schedules, deadlines and calendars.  
• Schedule meetings and conferences.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.
• Answer incoming telephone calls.
• Enter, edit and finalize billable time and client billings, adhering to Outside Counsel Guidelines for multiple clients.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Provide other support as necessary.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and video conferencing platforms.
• Knowledge of ABA Litigation Codes for proper assignment to matters. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members. 
• Ability to handle and adjust to competing deadlines and priorities. 
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.  
• Client service focused.
• Prior litigation experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some overtime may be required.

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, sort, and distribute packages and other mail items.
• Deliver letters, legal documents, and packages to clients, law firms, and other businesses.
• Send files to offsite storage facility and retrieve files as needed.
• File documents with various courts.
• Serve subpoenas as needed.
• Prepare legal documents for scanning; photocopy and scan legal documents.
• Print and bind documents and materials.
• Assist with coordination, set up, and clean-up of conference rooms, common areas, and office events.   
• Pick up meals, deliver and set up for firm meetings and office events.
• Order, receive, and stock supply inventory.
• Other responsibilities as assigned. 
• Duties may vary from time to time and from office to office.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; client service focused.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to follow detailed project instructions.
• High regard for confidentiality.  
• Reliable transportation, current driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Some overtime may be required.  
• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Prior facilities experience in a law firm or other professional services environment preferred.  
  
   

Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.