Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP/Los Angeles, CA

Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs a variety of duties including researching law, investigating facts, and preparing documents for attorneys to whom assigned according to established policies and procedures by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, request for production, request for admissions.
Journal deadlines for responses and monitor for timeliness.
Prepare draft responses to discovery.
Prepare deposition summaries.
Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, chronologies, agreements, deposition and/or trial binders for use by Attorneys.
Investigate facts as requested by attorney.
Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.

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.
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; able to read and interpret written information.
Heavy litigation experience - a must.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.
High school diploma plus two or more years of sinkhole or first party property claim defense related experience and/or training; or combination of both.
Computer Skills: Must have working knowledge of internet software; Excel spreadsheet software, Microsoft Word software, and E-Filing experience in Court systems.

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, provides its employees with highly competitive salaries and benefits, a generous paid time-off policy, pension plan and a 401k plan. Employees are recognized and rewarded for their achievements through annual performance evaluations and salary reviews. The Firm encourages ongoing personal development and supports a healthy work/life balance.

Hinshaw is an EEO/AA employer.

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