Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP/Minneapolis, MN

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, request for production, request for admissions.
· Assist in responding to discovery requests and preparing documents for production, including ESI.
· Prepare subpoenas and related documents to obtain materials from third parties.
· Coordinate with third party vendors for legal services and projects.
· Conduct legal searches on Westlaw, court dockets and other legal websites for cases, legislation, etc.
· Prepare summaries of depositions, medical records and other key case documents.
· Organize legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, chronologies, agreements, depositions and/or trial binders.
· Assist in preparing legal documents, such as responsive pleadings, separate statements and motions.
· Investigate facts as requested by attorney.
· Communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, insurance companies and others as needed.
· Journal deadlines for responses and monitor for timeliness.
· Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.
· Coordinate and collaborate with secretarial team and other support staff in order to complete assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data.
· Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
· Computer Skills - Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and E-Filing experience in Court systems;
must be familiar with E-Discovery protocol, Summation and Westlaw.
· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality.
· Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
· Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs.
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
· Professionalism - Accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
· Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks; asks for and offers help when needed.
· Heavy commercial litigation experience preferred but not required.
· Class action, construction defect, legal malpractice and/or insurance defense work a plus.
· Performs other duties as assigned.

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