Experienced Paralegal - Litigation / Professional Liability / Defense - Mt. Laurel, NJ

The law offices of Marshall Dennehey, a large civil defense litigation firm, is seeking a full-time Paralegal for its Mount Laurel, NJ office with Litigation / Professional Liability. Litigation includes defense of architects, engineers, owners, developers, general contractors, construction managers, subcontractors and design professionals. As well, the defense of municipal and county governments, police departments, police officers and school boards in cases relating to civil rights, sexual harassment, age discrimination, race, ethnic, gender and handicap discrimination, and land use issues.

Are you an organized, detail-oriented paralegal who wants to play an important role on our legal team?

• Can you manage fast-paced Discovery, prepare for trial and independently maintain a caseload?
• If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career and being appreciated for your skills, efforts and dedication, we want to hear from you!

We offer:

• A comprehensive Health insurance package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision benefits
• A generous Paid Time Off policy and Paid Holidays
• 401K
• Bonus Program
• Free parking
• Hybrid (remote/in-office) schedule

Job duties may include:

• Obtain, review and analyze documents, including medical and financial records, tax and employment records, or any other relevant information
• Create medical record and other factual chronologies
• Prepare for trial by preparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files
• Compile evidence and supporting information by searching records, discovery documents, transcripts, libraries, and databases
• Manage files and documents
• Coordinate with support services and clients, opposing law firms, and courts
• Manage court docket calendar
• Generate status reports, logs, and indexes
• Correspond with clients and opposing law firms
• Research and analysis of case issues, including medical research of facts, medical articles, and expert articles.
• Communication of issues with experts and investigation and analysis of expert qualifications and experience, including prior transcripts, testimony and articles.
• Perform additional duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate work
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to complete assignments within agreed deadlines by prioritizing workload
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills as they become necessary
• Practice and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation

Job Requirements:

• At least 3 - 5 years of Litigation/Professional Liability experience.
• Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree or an Associate's degree.
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program is preferred.

Salary range: $50,000 - $70,000

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Firm offers a sound future, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

Qualified candidates should submit cover letter and resume for consideration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V.

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